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OCARTS
Transportation Management Area
Unified Planning Work Program
Fiscal Year 2012
ASSOCIATION OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA GOVERNMENTS
OKLAHOMA CITY METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
Preliminary Document Final Document
Reviewed by the
Intermodal Transportation Technical Committee April 14, 2011 May 12, 2011
Approved by the
Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee April 28, 2011 May 26, 2011
This report is the product of a project (study) financed in part by the Federal Transit Administration and the Federal Highway Administration of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
The contents of this report reflect the views of the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG), the Metropolitan Planning Organization for the Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study (OCARTS) Transportation Management Area. ACOG is responsible for the facts and the accuracy of the data presented herein. The contents do not necessarily reflect official views or policy of the U.S. Department of Transportation. This report does not constitute a standard, specification, or regulation. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP
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ASSOCIATION OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA GOVERNMENTS
21 East Main Street, Suite 100
Oklahoma City, OK 73104-2405
Telephone: (405) 234-ACOG (2264)
Fax: (405) 234-2000
e-mail: bgarner@acogok.org
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART I: INTRODUCTION ................................................................ 1
PART II: OCARTS ORGANIZATION ..................................................... 1
COMMITTEE STRUCTURE ...................................................................................... 1
Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee (ITPC) ............................................... 1
Intermodal Transportation Technical Committee (ITTC) .......................................... 2
OCARTS Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) ......................................................... 2
SPONSOR AGENCIES ............................................................................................ 7
Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG) ............................................ 7
Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) ................................................... 7
Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA), Cleveland Area Rapid Transit (CART) and Citylink .................................................... 9
AFFILIATED AGENCIES/ENTITIES ............................................................................. 9
OKLAHOMA CITY AREA REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION STUDY (OCARTS) TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT AREA ................................................................... 10
PART III: FY 2012 UNIFIED PLANNING WORK PROGRAM PRIORITIES .......... 13
PART IV: ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF FY 2011 ......................................... 19
PART V: FY 2012 UNIFIED PLANNING WORK PROGRAM BUDGET .............. 29
PART VI: ELEMENT AND TASK DESCRIPTIONS ..................................... 37
ELEMENT #1: DATA DEVELOPMENT AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT ......................... 37
Task 1.01: Demographic/Socioeconomic Data Monitoring ................................... 39
Task 1.02: Transportation Planning Data Management ....................................... 40
Task 1.03: Geographic Information System Improvements and Census Geography ...... 42
Task 1.04: Transportation Planning Assistance - Oklahoma Department of Transportation ......................................................................... 43
ELEMENT #2: REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ........................................... 45
Task 2.01: Long-Range Transportation Planning ............................................... 47
Task 2.02: Short-Range Transportation Planning .............................................. 51
Task 2.03: Congestion Management ............................................................. 57
Task 2.04: Elderly and Disabled Transportation Planning .................................... 60
Task 2.06: Air Quality Planning ................................................................... 62
ELEMENT #3: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ................................................................ 67
Task 3.01: Citizen Participation and Public Information ..................................... 69
ELEMENT #4: TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ASSISTANCE AND COORDINATION ................ 73
Task 4.01: Program Coordination and Certification Process ................................. 75
Task 4.02: Local Technical Assistance Projects ................................................ 77
ELEMENT #5: STAFF TRAINING AND MAINTENANCE AND PRODUCTION OF PLANNING RELATED DOCUMENTS ................................................................. 79
Task 5.01: Staff Training .......................................................................... 81
Task 5.02: Planning Documents, Reports, and Data Dissemination ......................... 82
ELEMENT #6: MANAGEMENT ........................................................................... 83
Task 6.01: Direct Project Management .......................................................... 83
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TABLES*
Table 1: Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee .................................................. 4
FIGURES*
Figure 1: OCARTS Organization .............................................................................. 3
Figure 2: OCARTS Area in Relation to the Four-County ACOG Region ................................11
Figure 3: OCARTS Transportation Management Area and Urbanized Areas ..........................12
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1: Memorandum of Understanding Between the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments, Oklahoma Department of Transportation, Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority, and Cleveland Area Rapid Transit .......................................................................85
Attachment 2: Intermodal Transportation Technical Committee (ITTC) Bylaws ...................89
Attachment 3: Certification Statement OCARTS Transportation Management Area FY 2011 .....95
Attachment 4: Related Correspondence ................................................................ 101
*Maps/data presented in this report were created and assembled by the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG) for information, planning reference and guidance only. You are admonished to use these materials only as a starting point and not a final product or document. None of these materials should be utilized by you or other parties without the benefit of advice and instruction from appropriate professional services. These materials are not verified by a Registered Professional Land Surveyor for the State of Oklahoma and are not intended to be used as such. ACOG makes no warranty, express or implied, related to the accuracy or content of these materials and data. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part I: Introduction and Part II: OCARTS Organization
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PART I: INTRODUCTION
The Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) is a description of the proposed multimodal transportation planning activities to be conducted in the Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study (OCARTS) area during FY 2012 (July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012). This program is administered by the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG), in accordance with a "Memorandum of Understanding" between the ACOG, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), the Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA), and Cleveland Area Rapid Transit (CART). The Memorandum is included as Attachment 1 of this document. ACOG serves as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Oklahoma City transportation management area, providing a multi-government, multi-agency body for carrying out a continuing, coordinated, comprehensive program of multimodal transportation system planning.
The UPWP is prepared annually and serves as a basis for requesting federal planning funds from the U.S. Department of Transportation, as well as, a management tool for scheduling, budgeting and monitoring the planning activities of the participating entities. This document was developed with input from numerous agencies, including the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, the Federal Highway Administration, the Federal Transit Administration, the Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority, Cleveland Area Rapid Transit, the Oklahoma City Traffic Management Division and other cities included in the regional transportation study area.
PART II: OCARTS ORGANIZATION
COMMITTEE STRUCTURE
Multimodal transportation planning and implementation require a unified policy direction for all modes of travel. This direction is provided by a committee structure, which was developed jointly by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation and local governments within the OCARTS area. The structure consists of an Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee (ITPC), an Intermodal Transportation Technical Committee (ITTC), and a Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC). The OCARTS organizational structure is shown in Figure 1.
The ITPC has 45 members and is the single policy group for regional transportation decision making in the OCARTS area. The ITPC voting membership is composed of locally elected officials, state transportation department managers and commissioners, and designees from other local agencies, representing various transportation modes. Each member local government has one vote. Federal aviation, transit, and highway officials are designated as non-voting ITPC members. The primary functions of the ITPC are to provide guidance for multimodal transportation planning and to assure coordination among transportation modes, local government entities, and planning efforts. The current membership of the ITPC is shown in Table 1.
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The Chairman of the ITPC is elected from the membership every year for a one-year term. Individual local governing bodies select their representatives to the ITPC. Staff personnel of ACOG have been designated by the ITPC to provide administrative and clerical support to the Committee. The ITPC meets at 1:20 p.m. on the last Thursday of each month in the Board Room of the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments.
Technical review and guidance for the OCARTS planning programs are provided by the ITTC. This committee is generally composed of city planners, city engineers and traffic managers, and also includes representatives of various modes, environmental agencies, the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority, ODOT and the Federal transportation agencies.
Intermodal Transportation Technical Committee (ITTC)
The ITTC makes recommendations to the Policy Committee concerning adoption and approval of all transportation plans and programs, such as the Unified Planning Work Program, the long-range transportation plan, and the Transportation Improvement Program. The ITTC is governed by bylaws approved by the Policy Committee and typically meets at 10:00 a.m. on the second Thursday of each month to review the progress of the tasks outlined in the Unified Planning Work Program. The ITTC also monitors the performance of the regional transportation system and recommends policy changes to the Policy Committee to improve system performance.
The CAC membership encompasses all transportation modes, representatives of minority and elderly populations, persons with disabilities, businesses, local governments, environmental/public interest groups, neighborhoods, and private citizens. The Committee includes a total of 42 voting members, and is supported by representatives of 19 federal, state and local agencies serving as non-voting members for technical assistance/resource support. The CAC is involved in development of the region's 2035 OCARTS Plan and the annual Transportation Improvement Program. This committee provides a tool to ensure that the public is kept aware of planning developments, that the transportation planning process is responsive to public needs, and that advocates of various modes are included and heard.
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Figure 1: OCARTS Organization
Transit Providers
(COTPA and CART):
The Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA) and Cleveland Area Rapid Transit (CART) operate the METRO Transit bus system in greater Oklahoma City and CART in Norman, respectively.
Association of Central
Oklahoma Governments
(ACOG):
A voluntary association of approx. 30 local governments in Canadian, Cleveland, Logan and Oklahoma Counties, which serves as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for coordinating and maintaining the region’s transportation plans.
Oklahoma Department
of Transportation
(ODOT):
The state agency responsible for expending federal and state funds for transportation improvements throughout the state and overseeing transportation planning issues in Oklahoma.
Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee (ITPC):
A committee of local elected officials from each member entity within the OCARTS* area and other agency representatives that sets transportation policy for the area and adopts long- and short-range transportation plans.
Public Involvement:
Efforts to invite and help citizens take part in shaping issues that affect them, related to transportation planning.
• Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC)
(The CAC makes recommendations to the ITPC)
• ACOG Newsletter
• Media Releases
• Surveys
• Outreach/Interest/User Group Meetings
• Public Meetings
• website: www.acogok.org
Intermodal Transportation Technical Committee (ITTC):
A committee comprised mainly of engineering and planning staff members from the communities within the OCARTS* area; the ITTC reviews technical aspects of transportation efforts in the OCARTS* area and makes recommendations to the Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee.
Advisory Committees
• Areawide Planning and Technical Advisory Committee (APTAC)
- Population Study Group
• Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC)
• Regional Transit Dialogue (RTD)
Subcommittees
• Clean Air Committee
- Air Quality Work Group
• Congestion Management Committee
- Congestion Management Work Group
• Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
Steering Committee
• ITS Technology & Operations Subcommittee
• ITS Incident Management Subcommittee
• Section 5310 Subcommittee
• Unified Planning Work Program Subcommittee
* The Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study (OCARTS) area includes all of Oklahoma and Cleveland Counties and portions of Canadian, Logan, Grady and McClain Counties that are urbanized or are expected to be urbanized within the next 20 years. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part II: OCARTS Organization
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Table 1: INTERMODAL TRANSPORTATION POLICY COMMITTEE
as of April 21, 2011
OFFICE BEARERS
(Also listed by entity below.)
HON. KATHY MCMILLAN
CHAIR
MOORE
VACANT
VICE-CHAIR
HON. WILLA JOHNSON
SECRETARY/TREASURER
OKLAHOMA COUNTY
LOCAL GOVERNMENT MEMBERS
CITY/ORGANIZATION
MEMBERS
ALTERNATES
BETHANY
HON. PHILLIP SHIREY, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. BRYAN TAYLOR, MAYOR
HON. RANDY LUINSTRA, COUNCILMEMBER
BLANCHARD
HON. MIKE FERENCICH, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. LANCE TERRY, COUNCILMEMBER
CEDAR VALLEY
HON. STAN WIECZOREK, MAYOR
VACANT
CHOCTAW
HON. ROGER MALONE, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. LARRY GOELLER, COUNCILMEMBER
COLE
HON. WILLIAM ANDERSON, TRUSTEE
VACANT
DEL CITY
HON. KEN BARTLETT, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. DICK CARTER, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. BRIAN E. LINLEY, MAYOR
EDMOND
HON. ELIZABETH WANER, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. PATRICE DOUGLAS, MAYOR
HON. CHARLES LAMB, MAYOR PRO TEM
FOREST PARK
HON. MARIANNE YARBROUGH, TRUSTEE
HON. ELTON MATTHEWS, MAYOR
GOLDSBY
NO DESIGNEE
VACANT
GUTHRIE
HON. CHUCK BURTCHER, MAYOR
HON. MARY COFFIN, COUNCILMEMBER
HARRAH
HON. GORDON JENEY, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. DUANE PATTERSON, COUNCILMEMBER
JONES CITY
HON. RAY POLAND, MAYOR
HON. MATT ELERICK, COUNCILMEMBER
LEXINGTON
HON. MARK EASTON, COUNCILMEMBER
VACANT
LUTHER
HON. TED W. RENNER, TRUSTEE
HON. KIM BOURNS, TRUSTEE
MIDWEST CITY
HON. JACK FRY, MAYOR
HON. RICHARD RICE, COUNCILMEMBER
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INTERMODAL TRANSPORTATION POLICY COMMITTEE (CONT.)
LOCAL GOVERNMENT MEMBERS (CONT.)
CITY/ORGANIZATION
MEMBERS
ALTERNATES
MOORE
HON. KATHY MCMILLAN, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. JANIE MILUM, COUNCILMEMBER
MUSTANG
HON. JAY ADAMS, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. TERRY JONES, COUNCILMEMBER
NEWCASTLE
HON. LINDA MOLSBEE, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. CINDY FRIZZELL, COUNCILMEMBER
NICHOLS HILLS
HON. PETER HOFFMAN, COUNCILMEMBER
VACANT
NICOMA PARK
HON. JIM PUMPHREY, MAYOR
HON. CINDY WILLIAMS, COUNCILMEMBER
NOBLE
HON. GARY HAYES, MAYOR
HON. DIANNE GRAY, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. TONY PARKER, COUNCILMEMBER
NORMAN
HON. CINDY ROSENTHAL, MAYOR
HON. RACHEL BUTLER, COUNCILMEMBER
OKLAHOMA CITY
HON. PETE WHITE, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. GARY MARRS, COUNCILMEMBER
PIEDMONT
HON. MIKE FINA, MAYOR
HON. DONNIE ROBINSON, VICE MAYOR
SLAUGHTERVILLE
HON. BOBBY CLEVELAND, MAYOR
VACANT
SPENCER
HON. EARNEST WARE, MAYOR
HON. MARSHA JEFFERSON, VICE MAYOR
HON. ROBERT ZARING, COUNCILMEMBER
TUTTLE
HON. BRIAN ROUTH, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. TAYLOR HENDERSON, COUNCILMEMBER
THE VILLAGE
HON. DAVID BENNETT, MAYOR
HON. HUTCH HIBBARD, COUNCILMEMBER
WARR ACRES
HON. DAVID DIRKSCHNEIDER, COUNCILMBR
HON. PATRICK WOOLLEY, MAYOR
YUKON
NO DESIGNEE
HON. BOB BRADWAY, MAYOR
CANADIAN COUNTY
NO DESIGNEE
HON. PHIL CARSON, COMMISSIONER
HON. DAVID ANDERSON, COMMISSIONER
CLEVELAND COUNTY
HON. ROD CLEVELAND, COMMISSIONER
HON. RUSTY SULLIVAN, COMMISSIONER
LOGAN COUNTY
HON. MARK SHARPTON, COMMISSIONER
HON. MIKE PEARSON, COMMISSIONER
HON. MONTY PIEARCY, COMMISSIONER
MCCLAIN COUNTY
HON. WILSON LYLES, COMMISSIONER
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INTERMODAL TRANSPORTATION POLICY COMMITTEE (CONT.)
LOCAL GOVERNMENT MEMBERS (CONT.)
CITY/ORGANIZATION
MEMBERS
ALTERNATES
OKLAHOMA COUNTY
HON. WILLA JOHNSON, COMMISSIONER
HON. BRIAN MAUGHAN, COMMISSIONER
HON. RAY VAUGHN, COMMISSIONER
AGENCY MEMBERS
CITY/ORGANIZATION
MEMBERS
ALTERNATES
CENTRAL OKLAHOMA TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING AUTHORITY (COTPA)
KAY BICKHAM, TRUSTEE
RICK CAIN
ADMINISTRATOR
LARRY HOPPER
PLANNING MGR - ADMINISTRATION
CLEVELAND AREA RAPID TRANSIT (CART)
DOUG MYERS
OU PARKING/TRANSPORTATION DIR.
CODY PONDER
OU PLANNER/GRANTS SPECIALIST
OKLAHOMA CITY AIRPORT TRUST
DON G. JONES
FACILITY PLANNER
VACANT
OKLAHOMA DEPT. OF TRANSPORTATION (ODOT)
GINGER MCGOVERN, DIV. ENGINEER
PLANNING & RESEARCH DIV.
DAWN BORELLI, TRANSP. MANAGER
PLANNING & RESEARCH DIV.
JOHN BOWMAN, ASST. DIV. ENG.
PLANNING & RESEARCH DIV.
OKLAHOMA TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (OTC) – DIVISION III –
MCCLAIN & CLEVELAND COUNTIES IN OCARTS
DANNY B. OVERLAND
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSIONER
DAWN BORELLI, TRANSP. MGR.
PLANNING & RESEARCH DIV.-ODOT
OKLAHOMA TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (OTC) – DIVISION IV –
CANADIAN, LOGAN, & OKLAHOMA COUNTIES IN OCARTS
JACKIE R. COOPER
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSIONER
DAVID STREB
DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING-ODOT
OKLAHOMA TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (OTC) – DIVISION VII –
GRADY COUNTY IN OCARTS
BRADLEY W. BURGESS
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSIONER
VACANT
NON-VOTING MEMBERS
CITY/ORGANIZATION
MEMBERS
ALTERNATES
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA)
EDWARD N. AGNEW, MANAGER
AR/OK AIRPORTS DEVLPMT. OFFICE
VACANT
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION (FHWA)
GARY CORINO
OK DIV. ADMINISTRATOR
ISAAC AKEM
COMMUNITY PLANNER
ELIZABETH ROMERO
PLANNING/TECH SERV TEAM LEADER
FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION (FTA)
ROBERT C. PATRICK
REG’L ADMIN.
BLAS URIBE
DEPUTY REG’L ADMIN. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part II: OCARTS Organization
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SPONSOR AGENCIES
The Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study is sponsored by the State of Oklahoma (ODOT), the local transit operators (COTPA and CART) and the Metropolitan Planning Organization (ACOG). The OCARTS planning process is staffed with personnel from each of these sponsor agencies and with additional transportation personnel from the City of Oklahoma City and several suburban cities who work under contract with the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments.
The Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG) is a voluntary association of city, town and county governments within the four county (Oklahoma County, Cleveland County, Logan County, and Canadian County) region known as Central Oklahoma. Established in 1966, ACOG’s purpose is to aid local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit and coordinating for sound regional development. This regional cooperation serves to strengthen both the individual and collective capabilities of local governments.
Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG)
ACOG is the designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) conducting the transportation planning process in compliance with the provisions of the Federal Highway and Federal Transit Acts of 1962, as amended by the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU), signed into law in 2005. Initially designated as a Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) in October 1973, ACOG has worked cooperatively with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation and other partners in Central Oklahoma to develop and maintain a regional transportation plan for the OCARTS area.
The Board of Directors serves as the governing body of the Association (Sec. 1.(e) (b), ACOG Agreement). The Board has sole authority to initiate and review all activities, grants and contracts and to adopt or approve any study or plan pertaining to the four county region. This authority is exercised by a quorum of the Board voting according to the authorized weighted vote of each member government (Sec. IV, ACOG Agreement). The business of the Association is transacted according to the provisions of the "Agreement Creating the Association," effective March 31, 1983, as amended.
The ACOG Board of Directors reviews and may elect to endorse actions of the Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee. It is understood that items relating to the transportation planning process are covered by an annual agreement between ODOT and ACOG.
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation was established on September 1, 1976, following the State Legislature's approval of reorganization legislation.
Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT)
1
1 "An Overview of the State's Public Transportation Mandate and Public Transportation Operations in Oklahoma." October 24, 1978. ODOT Planning Division. The reorganization combined, in their entirety, the Oklahoma Highway Department, the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission, and the Oklahoma Highway Safety Coordination Committee. Subsequently, in 2002, the Aeronautics Commission separated from ODOT and was classified as a separate agency. The Rail and Transit staff of the former Department of Economic and Community Affairs and the powers of the Railroad Maintenance Authority were also transferred to the Oklahoma Department of Transportation. In the early 1990s, the duties of the Waterways Branch of the Department of Commerce were also brought under the jurisdiction of ODOT. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part II: OCARTS Organization
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According to Title 69 O.S. 1981, Sec. 4002, the Department of Transportation has the following responsibilities:
1. To coordinate and develop for the State of Oklahoma a comprehensive transportation plan to meet present and future needs for adequate, safe and efficient transportation facilities at reasonable cost to the people.
2. To coordinate the development and operation of such transportation facilities in the state including, but not limited to, highways, public transportation, railroad, marine and waterways, and aeronautics.
3. To develop, periodically revise and maintain a comprehensive state master plan for transportation facilities.
4. To develop the STIP and approve the metropolitan TIPs as the Governor’s designee.
5. To develop measurable objectives and goals designed to carry out the master plan for transportation and report progress in achievement of objectives and goals to the Governor and Legislature as part of the annual budget submission.
6. To make such studies and analyses of transportation problems as may be requested by the Governor or Legislature relative to any aspect of transportation in the state.
7. To exercise and perform such functions, powers and duties as may be, from time to time, conferred or imposed by law, including all the functions, powers and duties assigned and transferred to the Department of Transportation by this act.
8. To apply for, accept and receive and be the administrator for and in behalf of the state agencies, boards and commissions of all federal or other monies now or hereafter available for purposes of transportation or which would further the intent and specific purposes of this act.
9. To cooperate with local governments in the planning and development of transportation-related activities, and encourage state and federally-funded plans and programs at the local level consistent with the goals and objectives of the state master plan for transportation.
ODOT has developed various techniques to generate public interest and to promote public participation in the decision-making process related to proposed transportation improvements undertaken with federal assistance.
The Department completes a field review for all projects in the 8-Year Construction Work Plan. The review consists of researching projects for location, design, and social, environmental, and economic impacts. Part of the social, environmental, and economic analysis during the review is a consideration of the public involvement needs for a specific project.
During the individual project development process, ODOT staff performs more detailed planning and engineering studies related to location, design, and analysis of social, environmental and economic impacts. During this phase, one or more of the following public involvement tools may be employed: public meetings, distribution of flyers in the study area, press releases, meetings with locally elected officials, and coordination with local, state and federal resource agencies.
The OCARTS public involvement process is coordinated with the ODOT process, and they are intended to be used as vehicles to promote maximum public participation early enough in the planning process to influence technical studies and subsequent final decisions. This ensures that decisions, as they are made, will be in the overall public interest and that the average citizen will have an adequate opportunity to have input during the decision-making process. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part II: OCARTS Organization
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Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA), Cleveland Area Rapid Transit (CART) and Citylink
The Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority was created under a Trust Indenture, dated February 1, 1966. The Trust has the authority "to plan, establish, develop, acquire, construct, purchase, install, repair, enlarge, improve, maintain and equip transit systems and facilities and public parking systems and facilities either within or outside the territorial boundaries of the City of Oklahoma City." This Trust Indenture establishes that COTPA has the authority to provide regional transit and parking services. COTPA is governed by a Board of eight Trustees, including the Oklahoma City Mayor, the City Manager of Oklahoma City, the Oklahoma City Finance Director and five additional trustees who are appointed by the Oklahoma City Council.
As of November 1, 1989, the City of Oklahoma City reorganized the city's transit system, creating the Department of Transit Services as the planning/administration arm of COTPA. The operations and maintenance functions of the transit system have remained the responsibility of the Authority.
Each year COTPA develops a Program of Projects (POP) reflecting anticipated capital, planning, and operating needs for the upcoming fiscal year along with an estimated budget. COTPA submits projects to the MPO for inclusion in the transit portion of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and carries out the transit-related planning activities contained in the UPWP. In recent years, COTPA has been authorized, through the TIP, to use a portion of the region's Congestion Mitigation/Air Quality (CMAQ) funds for transit investments that demonstrate a positive impact on air quality. COTPA utilized the public notice/public involvement opportunities related to the TIP, performed by the MPO, to ensure opportunity for public input on the POP.
Based on Year 2000 Census data, a Norman Urbanized Area was defined in 2002 by the U.S. Census Bureau. Subsequently, Cleveland Area Rapid Transit (CART) – previously administered under the umbrella of COTPA – was recognized as a small urbanized area transit entity and became a direct recipient of FTA funds beginning in FFY 2003. CART is operated by the University of Oklahoma in Norman, and receives some local funds from the University and the City of Norman. CART submits a separate Program of Projects for the OCARTS TIP.
Citylink runs five local routes serving the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO) campus and a large portion of the City of Edmond, as well as an express route to and from Oklahoma City.
AFFILIATED AGENCIES/ENTITIES
ACOG also works with the Air Quality Division of the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) on preserving the Oklahoma City metropolitan area's air quality attainment status through clean air initiatives such as “Get Your Square of Clean Air” public education program and the new 8-Hour Ozone Flex program.
The ODEQ Air Quality Division, previously a part of the Oklahoma State Department of Health, was established in 1993 to implement the federal and state air quality mandates regarding emission inventory, planning, permitting, monitoring, compliance and enforcement activities, as required under the 1990 Clean Air Act Amendments. The OCARTS area is currently in FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part II: OCARTS Organization
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attainment status under the 1990 Clean Air Act Amendments, and under the terms of this Act, the ODEQ Air Quality Division is the designated agency responsible for preparing and monitoring the State Implementation Plan for the Oklahoma City metropolitan area.
OKLAHOMA CITY AREA REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION STUDY (OCARTS) TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT AREA
The Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study (OCARTS) Transportation Management Area encompasses all of Oklahoma and Cleveland Counties, and parts of Canadian, Grady, Logan, and McClain Counties. The Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee approved the current study area geography in February 2002. Figure 2 reflects the OCARTS area in relation to the four-county ACOG region. Figure 3 reflects the urbanized areas within OCARTS.
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Cole
Noble
Moore
Jones
Yukon
Dibble
Norman
Tuttle
Edmond
Purcell
Goldsby
Cashion
Choctaw
Spencer
Bethany
Arcadia
Mustang
Guthrie
Del City
Piedmont
Blanchard
Newcastle
Washington
Lake Aluma Warr Acres
The Village
Cedar Valley
Valley Brook
Midwest City
Oklahoma City
Slaughterville
Etowah
Harrah
Luther
Lexington
Nicoma Park Forest Park
Nichols Hills
Crescent
Langston
Calumet
El Reno
Union City
Logan County
Oklahoma County Canadian County
Grady County
McClain County
Cleveland County
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DATE: June 2005
Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study (OCARTS)
ACOG Area
Municipality
Figure 2:
OCARTS Area in Relation to the Four-County ACOG Region
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Grady County
Logan County
McClain County
Canadian CountyOklahoma County
Cleveland County
Cole
Noble
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PART III: FY 2012 UNIFIED PLANNING WORK PROGRAM PRIORITIES
OVERVIEW
The Unified Planning Work Program reflects and provides direction for implementing the financially constrained, citizen-influenced, intermodal 2035 Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study (OCARTS) Plan, entitled Encompass 2035
. The Regional Transportation Plan, last adopted in 2011, has provided the framework for other modal plans including:
Greater Downtown Oklahoma City Circulator Alternatives Analysis, 2010
Oklahoma City Project 180, 2010
Midwest City Trails Master Plan and Implementation Study, 2010
Oklahoma City Walkability Study, 2009
Oklahoma City Downtown Streetscape Master Plan, 2009
Oklahoma City Bicycle Transportation Strategic Action Plan 2008-2015, 2008
Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Plan, 2008
Core to Shore Plan, Oklahoma City, 2007.
Fixed Guideway Study, Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority, 2006.
Edmond Transportation Plan, City of Edmond, 2006.
Oklahoma River Water Transport Mobility Program, Oklahoma City, 2005.
Recreational Trail Program, City of Yukon, 2004.
Norman Transportation Needs Assessment Study, City of Norman, 2003.
Master Trails Plan, City of Moore, 2002.
COTPA Jobs Access and Reverse Commute Plan, Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority, 2002.
COTPA Long-Range Transit Plan, Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority, 2001.
Thus, street and highway, bus, bicycle and pedestrian ways, and airport access improvements are all considered in the intermodal regional transportation plan that seeks the efficient movement of people and goods.
This Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) presents the scope and direction of all transportation planning activities in the region and specifies which work program tasks will be accomplished during FY 2012 (July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2012). This part of the UPWP describes priorities related to various intermodal planning efforts in the OCARTS Transportation Management Area. During FY 2012, emphasis will be on completion of the Encompass 2035 Plan Report and technical documentation; continuation of the Regional Transit Dialogue (RTD) process; management of the Regional Commuter Alternatives Analysis; enhancement of the regional congestion management process; coordination with local governments regarding federally funded transportation improvements; air quality planning and activities to ensure compliance with the federal transportation law.
The current regional transportation plan, Encompass 2035, was approved by the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and endorsed by the ACOG Board of Directors in April 2011. This financially constrained Plan includes recommendations for streets and highways, airport access, transit and freight movement, and bicycle and pedestrian ways.
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or amended at any time to reflect improved study procedures. Revisions or amendments must be approved through the Technical and Policy Committee structure.
SPECIAL CONCERNS AND METROPOLITAN PLANNING FACTORS
State, regional, and local priorities are expressed by the OCARTS members in development and execution of the planning program. Federal planning emphasis areas are often expressed through legislation or through planning guidance issued by the Federal Highway Administration, the Federal Transit Administration, or the Environmental Protection Agency. The Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU), signed into law in 2005, requires MPOs to consider eight planning factors in the transportation planning process. Additionally, SAFETEA-LU continues its predecessor’s emphasis on financial feasibility, public involvement, and consideration of social, economic, and environmental impacts of transportation decisions. Substantial work is anticipated during FY 2012 in consideration of these planning requirements. Following is a description of the planning factors and a summary of FY 2012 planning activities applicable to each SAFETEA-LU planning factor.
1. Support the economic vitality of the metropolitan area, especially by enabling global competitiveness, productivity, and efficiency.
• Task 1.02(1,3,4) and Task 2.02(9,11,12) - compile and analyze information about current traffic patterns and travel conditions
• Task 2.02(9) - maintain the Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan and a competitive project selection process for the JARC and New Freedom funds apportioned to the Oklahoma City urbanized area
• Task 2.02(5) - assist entities outside of census–designated urban area, but inside the OCARTS area, in identifying needed transportation improvements and related funding sources
• Task 2.02(4,7) - participate in evaluation of proposed major transportation improvement projects in the metropolitan area
• Task 2.02(17) - support water-based public transportation on the Oklahoma River
• Task 2.03(1-7) - develop travel demand and congestion management strategies to improve efficiency of existing system
• Task 2.06 (5-8) – Promotion of alternative fuels and more efficient use of transportation system
• Task 4.01(7-9) - provide a process to evaluate proposed TIP projects based on anticipated efficient movement of people and goods
2. Increase the safety of the transportation system for motorized and nonmotorized users.
• Task 1.02(2) - identify bridges and roadway where unsafe conditions underscore the need for prompt improvement
• Task 2.01 (3) – Monitor intermodal improvements in the OCARTS area.
• Task 2.02(3,4,6,8,16) - coordinate with ODOT in selecting projects that merit special funding consideration because related safety concerns warrant attention; focus on transit safety in regards to transit operations and passenger protection
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• Task 2.03(2,3) - promote use of technological solutions, alternate routes, etc. to manage incidents
• Task 2.04(4) - educate elderly persons regarding transit safety
• Task 4.01(7-9) - consider safety as factor in evaluation of proposed TIP projects
3. Increase the security of the transportation system for motorized and nonmotorized users.
• Task 1.02(2) - maintain pavement and bridge inventories
• Task 1.03(3,7) - maintain an inventory of comprehensive regional base maps
• Task 2.02(16) - promote the use of technology to enhance transit service security
• Task 2.03(6,7) - promote the use of technology to enhance the security of roadway infrastructure
• Task 2.03(8) – Coordinate with homeland security and emergency management related agencies and committees
4. Increase the accessibility and mobility options available to people and for freight.
• Task 1.01(1-9) - assemble and analyze demographic, socioeconomic and land use data to simulate the current and planned land development patterns in which the transportation system must operate
• Task 1.02(4) and Task 2.02(9) - maintain a current transit database that documents characteristics of bus service available to metropolitan area travelers
• Task 2.01(2) - process Plan amendments that meet the public involvement, fiscal constraint, and air quality thresholds, and demonstrate the ability to improve mobility for movement of people and freight
• Task 2.01(3) - collect and analyze network data to improve the efficiency of existing and future OCARTS area transportation networks
• Task 2.01(4) - maintain and update bicycle/pedestrian trail database
• Task 2.01(5) – enhance the forecasting ability of regional transportation models
• Task 2.01 (12) – promote regional transit discussion
• Task 2.02(6) - continue working with ODOT and other states on freight and trade
• Task 2.02(2,7) - maintain current information on federal functional classification network and analyze major investments which can increase mobility options
• studies, to plan for efficient goods movement
• Task 2.02(9-17) - assess transit needs and promote transit options in OCARTS area
• Task 3.01(5-10) and Task 4.01(6) - ensure compliance with civil rights laws and other guidelines calling for access to information about, and options related to, transportation choices
5. Protect and enhance the environment, promote energy conservation, and improve quality of life, and promote consistency between transportation improvements and state and local planned growth and economic development patterns.
• Task 1.01(7) - evaluate social, environmental, land use and economic impacts of transportation plans
• Task 1.01(2-6,8) and Task 1.03(1-3,5-7) - maintain geographic information system that allows integrated analysis of various layers of data as they affect the human population and transportation network
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• Task 2.01(12,13) – to determine regional desire to develop and promote transit priorities
• Task 2.02(4) - coordinate with ODOT in the selection of enhancement projects
• Task 2.02(7) - develop a planning process that can be integrated into the required environmental analysis for major highway and transit projects
• Task 2.02(9) – implement the Oklahoma City Urban Area Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan with state and local health and human services providers
• Task 2.03(1-7) – improve the efficiency of the current transportation system
• Task 2.04(1-4) - continue provision of paratransit services for the elderly and individuals with disabilities
• Task 2.06(1-7) - monitor air quality in the metropolitan area, and implement measures to improve air quality including promotion of rideshare, use of clean fuels, implementation of transportation system management strategies
• Task 3.01(1-10) - maintain contact with area citizens and business with a focus on receiving and providing information that can help to improve the transportation system and quality of life for the metropolitan area
6. Enhance the integration and connectivity of the transportation system, across and between modes, and for people and freight.
• Task 2.01(3) - monitor and map the continuing development of the intermodal regional transportation network
• Task 2.01(3,4) - evaluate and update the long-range transportation plan’s intermodal recommendations, including transit, bicycle and pedestrian trail strategies
• Task 2.01(8,9) - coordinate with ODOT and the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) with regard to statewide transportation network improvements
• Task 2.01(12,13) – integration of regional public transportation
• Task 2.02(2,4) - maintain updated functional classification system, and cooperate with ODOT in selection of projects for funding under the NHS, Bridge, and Interstate programs
• Task 2.02(4) - coordinate with ODOT in the selection of enhancement projects
• Task 2.02(8) – develop regional construction coordination program
• Task 2.02(11-13) - maintain transit route and scheduling database that assists in continuous internal review of bus route performance
• Task 2.06(6) – maintain regional rideshare program
• Task 4.01(8) - provide input to development of ODOT’s Eight Year Construction Program and State TIP
7. Promote efficient system management and operation.
• Task 1.01(1-8) - assemble and analyze demographic, socioeconomic and land use data to simulate the current and planned land development patterns in which the transportation system must operate
• Task 2.01(2-4,8) - develop and maintain fiscally constrained long-range transportation plan
• Task 2.01(5) - analyze future travel demand
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• Task 2.02 (8) – develop a Regional Construction Coordination Program to ensure that construction and temporary closures will pose the least burden to the traveling public.
• Task 2.03 (1-7) – develop strategies to alleviate congestion and enhance mobility
• Task 4.01(7,9) - provide a process to evaluate proposed TIP projects based on anticipated efficient movement of people and goods
8. Emphasize the preservation of the existing transportation system.
• Task 1.01(1-8) - assemble and analyze demographic, socioeconomic and land use data to simulate the current and planned land development patterns in which the transportation system must operate
• Task 1.02(1) and Task 2.02(7) - data collection of existing traffic and transportation conditions, strategic roadways, public transportation, and goods movement
• Task 2.03(1-7) - utilize congestion management and intelligent transportation technology to extract maximize efficient use of the existing transportation system
Additionally, the OCARTS planning process must include the following activities. These responsibilities are carried out through the completion of work program tasks as well.
1. Publish public involvement procedures that support early and continuing involvement of citizens, affected public agencies, transportation agency employees, private providers of transportation, public transit users, freight shippers, and other interested parties in the development of the transportation plans and transportation improvement programs (TIPs).
2. Comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Presidential Order on Environmental Justice, and the State’s assurance of nondiscrimination under any program receiving U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) assistance.
3. Identify actions necessary to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and applicable U.S. DOT regulations.
4. Provide for the involvement of traffic, rideshare, and parking agencies; airport and port authorities; and appropriate private transportation providers.
5. Provide for involvement of local, state, and federal environmental resource and permit agencies.
6. Include preparation of technical reports to assure documentation of the redevelopment, refinement, and reappraisal of the transportation plan.
7. Develop and maintain a long-range intermodal regional transportation plan that is fiscally constrained, and addresses at least a 20-year period.
8. Develop/update a transportation improvement program (TIP) every year in cooperation with the State and public transit operators. The TIP must be fiscally constrained by year, and may identify illustrative projects.
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PART IV: ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF FY 2011
DATA DEVELOPMENT AND COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING
Staff completed work on population and employment forecasts to support the travel forecasting component of Encompass 2035. Preliminary 2010 census products (PL 94-171) were provided to area entities.
Socioeconomic Data and Growth Allocation Model
Staff completed the collection and analysis of the social, environmental and economic impacts for Encompass 2035. As part of this process, staff provided the final products to the resource agencies for their review. Staff also completed its environmental justice analysis of Encompass 2035.
Traffic count data was used for a number of planning initiatives including monitoring activities related to the Congestion Management Process, accident analysis, and for response to individual data requests.
Transportation Planning Data
Staff continued to maintain a Microsoft Access database of regional traffic counts supplied by the cities of Oklahoma City, Edmond, Midwest City, Moore, and Norman. This database allows multiple tables to be linked by a common ID field. Benefits of the database design include the ability to easily generate reports and statistics, prevent data redundancy and inaccuracy, and allow online access for the general public. The traffic counts and locations are dynamically linked to a computerized street/highway network map designed for easy retrieval and maintenance. Staff also maintained the traffic count map depicting the most recent counts within the OCARTS area, as created from the database using ArcView GIS software. In addition, the traffic count database can be converted to various formats for use with the travel demand model software and other applications.
Parallel to the ongoing database management activities, MPO staff worked closely with several member entities in an effort to populate the new online traffic count database and mapping service, hosted and provided by Midwestern Software Solutions (MSS), LLC, whose services were procured in FY 2009. This approach has greatly simplified overall database management and quality control activities, and granted easier and more comprehensive access to traffic count information by the general public. MSS has worked with many agencies throughout the nation to develop such online database and mapping solutions, which are functional for many levels of users - from traffic engineers to realtors. With the collective participation of several ACOG members, this system offers a cost effective solution to many of the traffic count related planning problems. This ACOG Traffic Count Database System (TCDS) was made available for public access in September 2009. In FY 2012, ACOG partner entities will continue to use the online TCDS to input and analyze all traffic counts.
Furthermore, MPO staff utilized Global Positioning System (GPS) technology to perform travel time runs (2 [or more] during a.m. peak, 2 [or more] during p.m. peak) on multiple congestion corridors in the OCARTS area. The use of this technology has allowed the MPO to monitor and analyze congestion with greater spatial accuracy. This information is used for the ongoing OCARTS area Congestion Management Process.
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The MPO continued its membership with the State Data Center Affiliate Program. As a part of this program, ACOG provides various products and services, including census data, recent population estimates, American Community Survey data, maps, and technical assistance. The MPO assisted in reviewing population estimates by place and provided preliminary 2010 population and race information available to local members. The MPO also initiated review of the transportation analysis zones (TAZs) for the 2010 CTPP, taking into account the new 2010 census geography.
Geographic Information Systems
Staff continued to coordinate the 2010 regional digital aerial photography project with other local communities and agencies. Current aerial photography is used to verify local development trends and transportation issues. The impervious surface information will assist in developing the area’s future sidewalk inventory.
LONG-RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
The MPO, in concert with its model consultant, calibrated, validated, and completed the development of a new regional travel demand model initiated in FY 2009. This new model includes a transit mode choice component and a feedback loop, and provided the MPO staff with a powerful tool to better analyze forecasted modal scenarios during the development of Encompass 2035.
Transportation Model Network Improvements
In August 2010, the ITPC approved the Encompass 2035 Project Selection Criteria. The criteria was a product of a taskforce that included representatives from local governments and various transportation modes, economic development, livability, health, transportation safety and security concerns. The criteria closely reflect the previously adopted Encompass 2035 goals and strategies.
Encompass 2035
A call for Encompass 2035 projects was issued on December 13, 2010. OCARTS member entities were invited to submit their long-range transportation plan projects online. Just under 200 projects, encompassing multiple transportation modes were submitted and subsequently reviewed and evaluated based on the approved selection criteria, as well as tested in different future transportation network scenarios.
MPO staff also continued compiling mode-specific data, issues, and industry trends, which were included in the bicycle and pedestrian, intermodal freight, and transit sections of the Encompass 2035 Draft Plan Summary.
In March 2011, the Draft Plan Summary was presented to the various MPO committees for review and comment, and in April 2011, it was released to the public for their review. The final Encompass 2035 Plan was adopted by the Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee and endorsed by the ACOG Board of Directors on April 28, 2011.
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SHORT-RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
The OCARTS Area MPO continued coordination with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation and local governments located in the urbanized portion of the OCARTS Transportation Management Area concerning distribution, programming, and monitoring of federal Surface Transportation Program Urbanized Area (STP-UZA) funds. Area STP-UZA funds are based on the combined populations of the Oklahoma City and Norman Urbanized Areas per Sec. 6016 of SAFETEA-LU.
Monitoring Urbanized Area Funds
The adopted Surface Transportation Program (STP) Procedures for the Oklahoma City Urbanized Area Funds and Criteria and Process for Evaluation of STP-UZA Projects continued to serve as the MPO's policy for selecting project priorities using urbanized area funds. The STP Procedures to allow all entities within the TMA boundary to apply for STP-UZA funding.
Transit services within the OCARTS area continued to be provided through three urban and two rural transit systems. The METRO Transit bus system, which is operated by COTPA, serves the Oklahoma City Urbanized Area, Citylink, the City of Edmond’s transit service (new in FY 2010), operated by McDonald Transit, serves the northern portion of the Oklahoma City Urbanized Area, and Cleveland Area Rapid Transit (CART), operated by the University of Oklahoma, serves the Norman Urbanized Area. Separate UZA designations by the Federal Transit and Federal Highway Administrations, using Census 2000 criteria and boundaries, created the separate OKC and Norman UZAs, making the Norman area a separate grant recipient for FTA Sec. 5307 funds beginning in FFY 2003.
Transit Operations
During FY 2011, the greater Oklahoma City system included 23 local routes, a trolleybus route in downtown Oklahoma City, an express route between Norman and Oklahoma City, and four late-night/Sunday routes. METRO Transit also operates shuttles at the OU Health Sciences Center campus in Oklahoma City. The Norman system included ten local routes serving the OU campus and a large portion of the City of Norman’s urbanized area, an express route to and from Oklahoma City, and a late-night flex route. The Edmond system included five local routes and an express route to and from Oklahoma City
The MPO, COTPA, CART, Edmond Citylink, and ODOT Transit Programs staffs met quarterly throughout FY 2011 to coordinate on ongoing and upcoming regional planning and transit activities.
Rural transit service was provided by First Capital Trolley, based in Guthrie, and Delta Public Transit, based outside the OCARTS area but providing some service to the southern portion of the OCARTS area.
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The Oklahoma City Urban Area Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan, prepared by COTPA in FY 2008, continued to serve as the region’s Coordinated Plan to guide the distribution of Job Access and Reverse Commute (JARC) and New Freedom funds, as required by SAFETEA-LU. In FY 2011, ACOG conducted the fourth application cycle with the assistance of a selection committee comprised of agency representatives of low income, minority, disabled and elderly populations.
Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Planning
The MPO, Edmond, Guthrie, Midwest City, Moore, Norman, Oklahoma City, Yukon and local transit agencies co-sponsored the seventh Central Oklahoma Bike to Work Day event as part of the National Bike to Work campaign, held during the month of May. With the assistance of interested stakeholders, group rides were organized for a number of locations in each community. All OCARTS communities were encouraged to participate. The Bike to Work Day page was updated on the ACOG website, which included event information, route maps, posters, safety tips and a link to the national campaign. A safety flyer, developed in Spanish, was loaded on the website to provide information to one of the metro areas growing populations. The stickers were distributed. The Facebook page now has over 560 followers.
Enhancements and Bicycle/Pedestrian Facilities
The MPO staff continued to provide support to member local governments in their quest to secure ODOT’s Safe Routes to School (SRTS) and Transportation Enhancement program grants.
The MPO’s Bike Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) continues to disseminate regional bike/pedestrian information and coordinate regional trails development. This year a survey of bike and pedestrian issues was forwarded to local planners to collect regional standards on sidewalk widths, bike parking, riding bikes on the sidewalk, masterplan information, etc.
The OCARTS area MPO is continually looking for opportunities to increase the efficiency of the existing transportation system by decreasing the level of congestion. Data collection efforts continued, which allowed for the ongoing monitoring of identified congestion corridors within the region and the evaluation of employed strategies.
Recurring Congestion and Congestion Management Process
In FY 2011, several projects and strategies were implemented to alleviate congestion problems in the OCARTS area. The strategies included traffic operation improvements such as intersection modification, signalization and channelization, deployment of Intelligent Transportation Systems related infrastructure, interchange improvements, improved bus service, and the addition of general-purpose lanes.
Non-recurring congestion and traffic incidents make up a large portion of the OCARTS area congestion. SAFETEA-LU prescribes that incident caused congestion be a part of the overall Congestion Management Process, thus bringing emphasis not only to overall travel time, but also to travel time reliability. The MPO staff consistently coordinated with DOT and public safety staff in regard to the collection and analysis of traffic accident data.
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entities in order to make sure that the Regional Snow Routes originally created in FY 2007 and reviewed in FY 2011, were still current and that associated maintenance activities were being carried out as documented.
The MPO continued, in close coordination with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), to realize its vision for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) within the OCARTS area. Staff monitored and analyzed data supplied by ITS roadside devices in high volume and high accident locations, designed to aid in the monitoring of traffic conditions, as well as the detection of incidents.
Intelligent Transportation Systems
MPO staff also finalized its work to prepare the ITS portion of the long-range transportation plan. This included reviewing the City of Oklahoma City’s ongoing ITS project and the City of Edmond’s ITS implementation plan.
The MPO is committed to providing a safe environment for the traveling public and has a track record of considering safety as an important factor in the development of the Transportation Improvement Program and the long-range transportation plan.
Safety Conscious Planning
In FY 2011, MPO staff actively participated in the assessment of Oklahoma Traffic Records administration and management and assisted in the update of the five-year Strategic Plan that guides the Oklahoma Traffic Records Council activities.
The MPO stayed apprised of the state-led Commercial Vehicle Operations (CVO) activities, as well as the ongoing Commercial Vehicle Information Network System (CVISN) planning and deployment. Staff also continued work on the Goods Movement section of the Encompass 2035 Plan. This included compiling and analyzing national, state, and local freight data.
Freight and Intermodal Transportation Planning
AIR QUALITY
The MPO continued to work with the Air Quality Division of the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) on monitoring and evaluating carbon monoxide (CO) and ozone levels in Central Oklahoma.
Air Quality Monitoring
On March 12, 2008, EPA significantly strengthened its national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) for ground-level ozone, the primary component of smog. EPA revised the level of the 8-hour standard from 0.08 to 0.075 parts per million (ppm). Then on January 6, 2010, EPA proposed to strengthen standards once again. The proposed revisions are based on scientific evidence about ozone and its effects on people and the environment. EPA has proposed to strengthen the 8-hour “primary” ozone standard, designed to protect public health, to a level within the range of 0.060-0.070 parts per million (ppm). EPA has also proposed to establish a distinct cumulative, seasonal “secondary” standard, designed to protect sensitive vegetation and ecosystems, including forests, parks, wildlife refuges and wilderness areas. EPA has proposed to set the level of the secondary standard within the range of 7-15 ppm-hours. The FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part IV: Accomplishments of FY 2011
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public comment period for the new proposal ended in March 2010. The revised ozone standard is expected to be announced in July 2011.
The MPO continued administration of a comprehensive public education program on air quality and its requisite impacts on regional health, the economy and quality of life, including its effect on the transportation sector. The program is funded primarily from Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) funds provided by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT). Starting in FY 2000, a portion of the CMAQ monies was used to assist the Central Oklahoma region with maintaining its air quality attainment status. This funding, authorized by the Federal Highway Administration and ODOT, is used by the MPO to encourage voluntary measures and other strategies that may help the region maintain its clean air status.
Air Quality Public Awareness Campaign
In Central Oklahoma, CMAQ funds programs that promote clean air habits, air quality awareness, and the Clean Air Alert Day program during summer months when ground-level ozone is the highest. The campaign utilizes advertising mediums, including Internet, television, social media, and outdoor, to promote discretionary advice on how to prevent air pollution. Supplemental programming includes a website, a speaker’s bureau, and social media platforms that provide data and information on air quality issues, as well as media relations.
In addition to the CMAQ monies, ACOG has also received local funding from private corporations, including OGE Energy Corp. and Chesapeake Energy. OGE’s contributions were used specifically for an electric mower promotion. Chesapeake Energy’s contributions were used to supplement the outdoor and television components of the media program. The Air Quality Public Awareness Committee also serves as a CFL pledge driver for the ENERGY STAR “Change the World” campaign.
MPO staff continued to administer “Get Around OK,” Central Oklahoma’s rideshare program. This program is funded using Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) funds and Oklahoma Department of Commerce funds, as it is designed to relieve congestion, reduce air pollution, and reduce petroleum usage in the transportation sector
Central Oklahoma Rideshare
“Get Around OK” is dedicated to aiding Central Oklahoma commuters in finding easy, viable, and sustainable modes of alternative transportation. The primary goal of the program is to reduce the number of single occupancy vehicles in the Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study (OCARTS) area. The program promotes and encourages all forms of “alternative transportation” (any mode of commuting besides driving alone). To do this, the program provides a free, web-based ridematching service that allows users to connect with other commuters with similar commuting schedules and preferences. The website, www.getaroundok.com, has the capabilities to provide information on carpooling, transit, bike trails, and park and ride lots. GetAroundOK.com is simple, quick, and easy to use and takes all measures possible to secure the identities and privacy of the users in order to ensure a safe and positive experience. To be eligible for this service, users must have an origin and/or destination located within the OCARTS service area.
The website, www.getaroundok.com, launched publically in August 2009, boasts over 700 registered users. In order to increase registrations and to promote the program, MPO staff has been working to develop partnerships with large employers and stakeholders throughout the FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part IV: Accomplishments of FY 2011
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region. To date, Chesapeake Energy, Dell, Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ), Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO) and the University of Oklahoma (OU) have officially signed on as partners of the program.
Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) funds assigned to the Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study (OCARTS) area provided funding for projects that entail fleet conversion to clean fuel technologies, the purchase of alternative fuel or hybrid vehicles, and/or the deployment of alternative fuel vehicle refueling infrastructure. OCARTS member entities and public school districts located principally within the OCARTS boundaries were eligible to participate.
Public Fleet Conversion Grant Program
In FY 2011, ACOG issued two calls for competitive project applications under the Public Fleet Conversion Grants program. Under Round 1 of the 2011 solicitation, three OCARTS area municipal fleet projects received award approval. Projects include capital costs associated with the purchase of one (1) on-road hybrid vehicles and three (3) natural gas vehicles, a slow-fill (overnight) compressed natural gas refueling station, one (1) natural gas off-road mower, and a 20-passenger natural gas school bus.
Under Round 2 of the 2011 solicitation, four applications were received that included requests to help with capitol costs associated with the purchase of five (5) hybrid sedans, three (3) natural gas refuse haulers, one (1) natural gas street sweeper, one (1) off-road electric burden carrier, and a biofuel refueling station with two (2), dual-hose blender pumps capable of dispensing 85 percent ethanol blended gasoline and 20 percent biodiesel blended diesel fuel.
SPECIAL PROJECTS
In FY 2011, ACOG partnered with the City of Oklahoma City, COTPA, and ODOT to fund and competitively select a study consultant to conduct an intermodal transportation hub study, as recommended by the 2005 Regional Fixed Guideway Study. Study efforts included the evaluation of ten initial candidate sites in the downtown Oklahoma City area through a two-tier evaluation process, and development of a conceptual layout with phased development and funding recommendations for the preferred site.
Intermodal Transportation Hub Study
As required by the Americans with Disabilities Act, COTPA, CART, and Citylink provide paratransit services for Central Oklahoma’s elderly and disabled populations. SAFETEA-LU created the New Freedom program, which will fund special transportation services beyond the requirements of the 1990 American with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Transportation Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities
ACOG, COTPA, CART, and Citylink continue to be involved in efforts to improve transportation choices for persons with disabilities and persons with low/moderate income. During FY 2011, ACOG staff continued participation in the Special Transportation Advisory Committee (STAC), the Oklahoma Alliance for Public Transportation (APT), and the Governor’s United We Ride Council.
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ACOG convened a meeting of the Sec. 5310 Subcommittee to review applications for capital assistance from non-profit organizations that serve elderly and disabled citizens, as submitted by the Oklahoma Department of Human Services, Aging Services Division. The applications were approved and included in the OCARTS Area Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).
Central Oklahoma remained certified for compliance with Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. The most recent Title VI Triennial Report, prepared by ACOG (including data from COTPA and CART), was submitted to the FTA Civil Rights Office in April 2010 and FTA recertified the region for compliance through spring 2013.
Title VI
ACOG staff attended FHWA-sponsored Title VI training for DOT recipients and subrecipients during FY 2011.
PROGRAM SUPPORT AND ADMINISTRATION
The FFY 2011-2014 OCARTS Area Transportation Improvement Program identified the region's priorities for expenditure of federal-aid transportation funds within the OCARTS area during FFY 2011. Amendments to the program were made, as needed, financial constraint was maintained and opportunity for public comment on all amendments was provided.
Transportation Improvement Program
An update to the FFY 2012 and FFY 2013 local government projects included in the FFY 2011-2014 was developed and adopted by the MPO and submitted to ODOT for approval and amendment to the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). The TIP contains street and highway, transit, and airport elements, and was developed through a cooperative process with OCARTS local governments, ODOT, COTPA, CART, the Oklahoma City Department of Airports, and others.
The OCARTS Public Participation Plan (PPP) guided public involvement activities during FY 2010 related to the long-range transportation plan, the OCARTS Area Transportation Improvement Program and other transportation planning activities.
Public Involvement Program
The MPO continued to utilize media releases, the Central Oklahoma Perspective e-newsletter (distributed via email), and the ACOG website as primary methods to distribute information to the public. Staff also provided information to the public about the OCARTS transportation planning process through various radio and television interviews, news articles, media releases, special mailings, emails, and presentations to academic, civic and community groups. The MPO utilized visualization techniques in all presentations, including PowerPoint presentations, maps, charts, pictures and other graphics.
Prior to adoption of Encompass 2035, the MPO prepared a Draft Plan Summary for public review and comment. The summary contained information about the plan development process and the final multi-modal recommendations for transportation improvements in Central Oklahoma through 2035. The summary was made available to the OCARTS transportation committees, posted on the ACOG website, distributed to all metro area public libraries, and provided to attendees of three public meetings. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part IV: Accomplishments of FY 2011
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The MPO provides considerable technical assistance to its member local governments, private consultants working for local staff, other agencies, and the public. To insure adequate documentation and assessment of this service, the organization maintains an annual computerized listing of all technical assistance records. During calendar year 2009, ACOG records show a total of 1,434 technical assistance calls and e-mails on a variety of MPO planning issues.
Technical Assistance
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PART V: FY 2012 UNIFIED PLANNING WORK PROGRAM BUDGET FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part V: FY 2012 UPWP Budget
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Allocation Match Total
FHWA (PL) $1,130,220 $282,555 $1,412,775
FHWA (CMAQ) $69,963 $5,000 $74,963
FTA 5303 $297,971 $74,493 $372,464
FTA 5307 $1,640,000 $410,000 $2,050,000
ODOT (FHWA-SPR) $20,000 $0 $20,000
FTA (JARC/NF) $69,757 $0 $69,757
LOCAL CONT $0 $0 $0
$3,227,911 $772,048 $3,999,959
PLANNING FUND DISTRIBUTION
Source ACOG OKC TM SUB. ENT. ODOT TOTAL
FHWA (PL) $999,660 $106,240 $0 $24,320 $0 $1,130,220
FHWA (CMAQ)* $69,963 $0 $0 $0 $0 $69,963
FTA 5303 $297,971 $0 $0 $0 $0 $297,971
FTA 5307 $0 $0 $1,640,000 $0 $0 $1,640,000
ODOT (FHWA-SPR) ** $0 $0 $0 $0 $20,000 $20,000
FTA (JARC/NF) *** $29,757 $0 $40,000 $0 $0 $69,757
LOCAL PL & FTA MATCH $129,408 $26,560 $410,000 $0 $0 $565,968
PL IN KIND CONTR MATCH $200,000 $0 $0 $6,080 $0 $206,080
$1,726,759 $132,800 $2,090,000 $30,400 $20,000 $3,999,959
FHWA: ODOT CMAQ & AQ represents federal CMAQ funds from ODOT. See TableV-2.
OKC TM = Oklahoma City Traffic Management
COTPA = Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority
CART = Cleveland Area Rapid Transit/Univ. of Oklahoma
SUB.ENT.= Edmond, Midwest City and Norman
* Includes $49,963 for Regional Rideshare Program funded at 100% Federal Share
** ODOT and FHWA State Planning & Research (SPR) funding for Transportation Planning Assistance
*** Funded at 100% Federal Share (no local match required)
CART &
COTPA
GRAND TOTAL
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TABLE V-1a
EXPECTED PLANNING FUNDS
Funding Sources
GRAND TOTAL
TABLE V-1b
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TABLE V-2FEDERAL FUNDS LOCAL MATCHTOTAL FUNDS No.Task DescriptionFHWA-PL (80%)FTA 5303 (80%)CMAQ (80%)CMAQ (100%) JARC/NF (100%)Total FederalFHWA-PL (80%)FTA 5303 (80%)CMAQ (80%)CMAQ (100%) JARC/NF (100%)Total LocalFHWA-PL (80%)FTA 5303 (80%)CMAQ (80%)CMAQ (100%) JARC/NF (100%)ACOG Subtotal101Monitor Soec. Data$96,502$28,003$124,505$24,126$7,001$31,126$120,628$35,003$155,631102Trans. Planng. Data$34,019$9,378$43,398$8,505$2,345$10,849$42,524$11,723$54,247103Census & Geo. In. Sys.$73,786$21,232$95,018$18,446$5,308$23,754$92,232$26,540$118,772Subtotal$204,307$58,613$262,920$51,077$14,653$65,730$255,384$73,266$328,650201Long Range Plan$155,909$45,710$201,619$38,977$11,428$50,405$194,886$57,138$252,024202Short Range Plan$54,902$15,603$29,757$100,263$13,726$3,901$17,626$68,628$19,504$29,757$117,889203Congestion Mgt$214,485$63,170$277,655$53,621$15,793$69,414$268,106$78,963$347,069204E and D Plan$9,903$9,903$0$2,476$2,476$12,379$12,379205$0$0206Air Quality*$48,630$13,734$20,000$49,963$132,327$12,158$3,433$5,000$20,591$60,788$17,167$25,000$49,963$152,918Subtotal$473,927$148,120$20,000$49,963$29,757$721,767$118,482$37,030$5,000$160,512$592,408$185,151$25,000$49,963$29,757$882,279 301Citizen Part. System$69,867$20,064$89,931$17,467$5,016$22,483$87,334$25,080$112,414Subtotal$69,867$20,064$89,931$17,467$5,016$22,483$87,334$25,080$112,414 401Certification/Coord.$81,127$23,420$104,546$20,282$5,855$26,137$101,408$29,275$130,683402Technical Assist.$13,697$3,321$17,018$3,424$830$4,255$17,122$4,151$21,273Subtotal$94,824$26,741$121,565$23,706$6,685$30,391$118,530$33,426$151,956501Staff Training$25,595$6,867$32,462$6,399$1,717$8,116$31,994$8,584$40,578502Annual Report/Doc.$45,375$12,763$58,138$11,344$3,191$14,535$56,719$15,954$72,673Subtotal$70,970$19,631$90,601$17,743$4,908$22,650$88,713$24,538$113,251601Direct Proj.Mgt.$85,765$24,802$110,567$21,441$6,201$27,642$107,206$31,003$138,209Subtotal$85,765$24,802$110,567$21,441$6,201$27,642$107,206$31,003$138,209Total$999,660$297,971$20,000$49,963$29,757$1,397,351$249,915$74,493$5,000$0$0$329,408$1,249,575$372,464$25,000$49,963$29,757$1,726,759FY 2012 UPWP ACOG PARTICIPATION*Requested/proposed CMAQ funds for Task 2.06 include CMAQ funds ($20,000 Federal + $5,000 Local, for air quality public information work). **In Kind match contribution related to ODOT ITS Planning and Accident Analysis subtasks included in Task 2.03. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part V: FY 2012 UPWP Budget
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TABLE V-3
FEDERAL FUNDS LOCAL MATCH TOTAL FUNDS
No. PL
FTA
5303
FTA
5307 PL
FTA
5303
FTA
5307
Total
Local PL
FTA
5303
FTA
5307
101 Monitor Soec. Data $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
102 Trans. Planng. Data $92,480 0 0 23,120 0 0 23,120 115,600 0 0 $115,600
103 Census & Geo. In. Sys. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $92,480 0 0 23,120 0 0 23,120 115,600 0 0 $115,600
201 Long Range Plan $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
202 Short Range Plan $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
203 Congestion Mgt $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
204 E and D Plan $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
205 Private Sector Coord. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
206 Air Quality $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
301 Citizen Part. System $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
401 Certification/Coord. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
402 Technical Assist. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
501 Staff Training $7,680 0 0 1,920 0 0 1,920 9,600 0 0 $9,600
502 Annual Report/Doc. $6,080 0 0 1,520 0 0 1,520 7,600 0 0 $7,600
Subtotal $13,760 0 0 3,440 0 0 3,440 17,200 0 0 $17,200
601 Direct Proj.Mgt. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Total $106,240 $0 $0 $26,560 $0 $0 $26,560 $132,800 $0 $0 $132,800
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OKLAHOMA CITY TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
OKC TM
Task Description Subtotal
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TABLE V-4FEDERAL FUNDS LOCAL MATCHTOTAL FUNDS No.Task Description* JARC/NFFTA 5307* JARC/NFFTA 5307Total Local* JARC/NFFTA 5307101Monitor Soec. Data$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0102Trans. Planng. Data$00120,0000030,00030,00000150,000$150,000103Census & Geo. In. Sys.$0000000000$0Subtotal$00120,0000030,00030,00000150,000$150,000201Long Range Plan$00800,00000200,000200,000001,000,000$1,000,000202Short Range Plan$040,000370,0000092,50092,500040,000462,500$502,500203Congestion Mgt$0000000000$0204E and D Plan$00130,0000032,50032,50000162,500$162,500205Private Sector Coord.$0000000000$0206Air Quality$006,000001,5001,500007,500$7,500Subtotal$040,0001,306,00000326,500326,500040,0001,632,500$1,672,500301Citizen Part. System$0000000000$0Subtotal$0000000000$0401Certification/Coord.$005,000001,2501,250006,250$6,250402Technical Assist.$0000000000$0Subtotal$005,000001,2501,250006,250$6,250501Staff Training$0017,000004,2504,2500021,250$21,250502Annual Report/Doc.$0000000000$0Subtotal$0017,000004,2504,2500021,250$21,250601Direct Proj.Mgt.$0000000000$0Subtotal$0000000000$0Total$0$40,000$1,448,000$0$0$362,000$362,000$0$40,000$1,810,000$1,850,000* JARC = $65,480 and NF = $25,250FY 2012 UPWPCOTPACOTPA SubtotalFY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part V: FY 2012 UPWP Budget
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TABLE V-5
FEDERAL FUNDS LOCAL MATCH TOTAL FUNDS
No. Task Description ITS
FTA
5307 ITS
FTA
5307
Total
Local ITS
FTA
5307
101 Monitor Soec. Data $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
102 Trans. Planng. Data $0 0 42,500 0 0 10,625 10,625 0 0 53,125 $53,125
103 Census & Geo. In. Sys. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 42,500 0 0 10,625 10,625 0 0 53,125 $53,125
201 Long Range Plan $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
202 Short Range Plan $0 0 84,800 0 0 21,200 21,200 0 0 106,000 $106,000
203 Congestion Mgt $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
204 E and D Plan $0 0 54,500 0 0 13,625 13,625 0 0 68,125 $68,125
205 Private Sector Coord. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
206 Air Quality $0 0 2,200 0 0 550 550 0 0 2,750 $2,750
Subtotal $0 0 141,500 0 0 35,375 35,375 0 0 176,875 $176,875
301 Citizen Part. System $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
401 Certification/Coord. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
402 Technical Assist. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
501 Staff Training $0 0 8,000 0 0 2,000 2,000 0 0 10,000 $10,000
502 Annual Report/Doc. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 8,000 0 0 2,000 2,000 0 0 10,000 $10,000
601 Direct Proj.Mgt. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Total $0 $0 $192,000 $0 $0 $48,000 $48,000 $0 $0 $240,000 $240,000
FY 2012 UPWP
CART
CART
Subtotal
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TABLE V-6SUBURBAN ENTITIESFEDERAL FUNDS LOCAL MATCHTOTAL FUNDS No.Task DescriptionPLFTA 5303 FTA 5307PLFTA 5303 FTA 5307Total LocalPLFTA 5303 FTA 5307102Trans. Planning DataEdmond$7,360$0$0$1,840$0$0$1,840$9,200$0$0$9,200Midwest City$3,20000800008004,00000$4,000Moore$3,20000800008004,00000$4,000 Norman$10,560002,640002,64013,20000$13,200$24,320$0$0$6,080$0$0$6,080$30,400$0$0$30,400FY 2012 UPWPSuburban Entities SubtotalTotalFY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part VI: Element and Task Descriptions – ELEMENT #1
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PART VI: ELEMENT AND TASK DESCRIPTIONS
ELEMENT #1: DATA DEVELOPMENT AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
This element is designed to provide a systematic framework for maintaining, developing, coordinating, integrating and supporting an areawide urban/regional data management information system. In order to accomplish this, ACOG staff will continue coordination with various federal, state, and local agencies including the Bureau of Census, U.S. Department of Commerce, Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality, Oklahoma Department of Commerce, and the State Data Center for acquisition and analysis of socioeconomic, demographic, and transportation data.
This element produces a continuing inventory of land use, demographic, socioeconomic, and travel data, as well as transportation and transit facilities to monitor changes within the region.
Tasks Included:
1.01 - Demographic/Socioeconomic Data Monitoring
1.02 - Transportation Planning Data Management
1.03 - Geographic Information System Improvements and Census Geography
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Task 1.01: Demographic/Socioeconomic Data Monitoring
Background Information
Continue to collect and analyze data for the 2010 base year and update the 2040 Growth Allocation Model. This includes working with socioeconomic data from the following sources; Census 2010, ES-202 employment file, and local area land use.
Program Objective
Initiate work on 2040 Plan and monitor the 2010 census data releases.
Program Activities (all activities to be conducted by ACOG)
1. Review the GAM for any items that might require to be modified for the 2040 regional transportation plan. Begin to collect residential building permits.
2. Acquire the 2010 OESC ES-202 file, or expand on the 2005 file taking into account recent business updates.
3. Collect 2010 land use and reassess current land use categories.
4. Update future planned land use by community.
5. Coordinate with local planners on transportation planning related issues in the OCARTS area. Provide information on new planning tools to enhance mobility in the region.
6. Review the Census 2010 population data and begin to allocate population and housing types to each TAZ. Continue to acquire data from the Census Bureau, as it becomes available.
7. Provide data as needed, to project sponsors, regarding social, demographic, economic, and environmental impacts of major transportation projects.
8. Collect the 2010 school enrollment data including public, private schools, colleges, universities, and Vo-techs.
9. Explore the use of land-use modeling software to develop growth scenarios for the 2040 regional transportation plan.
End Products
Initiate data collection for the 2040 Plan. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part VI: Element and Task Descriptions – Task 1.02
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Task 1.02: Transportation Planning Data Management
Background Information
Transportation planning data are collected every year and compiled in various computerized transportation files at ACOG. Information is placed in new formats, and programs are revised as needed in order to allow greater flexibility and broader reviews of the subject matter.
Program Objective
To collect, maintain, update and evaluate information that is basic to the transportation planning process regarding current travel and system characteristics, and to utilize such information for the assessment of the transportation system performance and for the forecasting of the regional travel demand. Also, to provide a statistical foundation for the identification and evaluation of projects, as well as their planning and prioritization for the Transportation Improvement Program.
Program Activities
1. Traffic Counts
ACOG's comprehensive traffic counting program is based on a two-year cycle. The goal is to systematically collect traffic volume data on key links on the OCARTS Plan network on a rotation basis over a two-year period. Annual counts will be collected for a select number of locations. The traffic count program will continue to include counts taken by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), the City of Oklahoma City Traffic Management (OKC TM) and the cities of Edmond, Midwest City, Moore and Norman. These counts will support various tasks, including development of a Year 2010 Vehicle Miles of Travel estimate, long-range transportation plan maintenance, the Congestion Management Process, Regional Accident Analysis, and Air Quality Planning.
The counts are programmed with coordination between ACOG, ODOT, OKC TM, and other member entities in the OCARTS area, in order to minimize any duplication of effort.
Following the FY 2009 purchase of a region-wide traffic count database web service, the count data will now be uploaded directly from the participants’ counters into a hosted, central database. The database allows for the storage of 15 minute interval data, which will greatly increase the analysis capabilities for estimating peak-time system performance and travel demand within the region. The information contained in the hosted database can be downloaded by the participating agencies, as well as ACOG at any time. In addition, the counts will also be stored in ACOG’s historical traffic count database.
ACOG, as well as all participating entities, can retrieve the counts along with information such as historical counts, number of lanes, subarea location, jurisdiction, street name, functional classification, etc. Emphasis on sharing traffic count and transportation system data between the various entities will thus continue, but will be greatly enhanced due to the hosted traffic count database and associated Web services now available. (ODOT, ACOG, OKC TM, EDM, MWC, MRE, NOR)
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2. Management Systems
ACOG’s efforts in regard to the region-wide Congestion Management Process (formerly named “Congestion Management Systems”) are detailed in Task 2.03.
ACOG will continue to work cooperatively with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, affected governmental entities, and private sector groups in the development of the pavement, bridge, safety management systems, and the aforementioned congestion management process, as well as the highway performance monitoring system (HPMS). ACOG will continue to provide traffic counts and lane-width information from the OCARTS traffic count database to ODOT for the HPMS. (ACOG)
3. Travel Time Studies
In close cooperation with the City of Oklahoma City, Global Positioning Systems (GPS) technology will be utilized to perform 4 travel time runs (2 at a.m. peak, 2 at p.m. peak) on all 19 congestion corridors in the OCARTS area. The use of this technology will allow MPO staff to monitor and analyze congestion with greater spatial accuracy and will provide valuable data to be utilized in the OCARTS area Congestion Management Process. (ACOG, OKC TM)
4. Transit Database and Network Reporting
COTPA, CART and Citylink will collect and analyze National Transit Database (NTD) data for operated and purchased/contracted transportation services. Emphasis will be placed on monthly data compilation. COTPA will also collect data as part of the City’s strategic business planning database on such items as passengers per service mile and service hours lost due to breakdowns. COTPA will engage consultants on transit related data collection and systems integration tasks. (COTPA, CART, Citylink)
End Product
Computerized database files. Technical memoranda and reports as required to document the findings and analysis of data collected under these program activities, including:
• Annual National Transit Data Operational and Financial Summaries (COTPA, CART, Citylink)
• 2010 Vehicle Miles of Travel Report (ACOG) FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part VI: Element and Task Descriptions – Task 1.03
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Task 1.03: Geographic Information System Improvements and Census Geography
Background Information
Assess the 2010 TIGER files. As a member of the State Data Center Affiliate Agency Program, ACOG will aid in the review and distribution of the 2010 census data. As Geographic Information Systems become more popular, the MPO will continue to promote sharing of maps and data along with digital aerial photography.
Program Objectives
Maintain an accurate regional street network file. Assist the Census Bureau and the Oklahoma State Data Center with the review and dissemination of the 2010 Census products.
Program Activities
1. Assess the accuracy of the 2010 TIGER files versus the current 2005 TAZ boundary file and the 9-1-1 ACOG centerline file. Provide staff support for work on the Census Transportation Planning Package (CTPP) work. Complete the delineation of 2010 TAZ and TAD geography. (ACOG)
2. Review 2010 American Community Survey (ACS) data and verify for accuracy for different levels of geography. Educate member entities on the differences between past census data and ACS data. (ACOG)
3. Continue to maintain an inventory of a comprehensive set of regional base maps and computerized maps for use in short- and long-range planning and data analysis. This includes metadata development and map inventory management. (ACOG)
4. Participate as an affiliate agency in the Oklahoma State Data Center Program, administered by the Oklahoma Department of Commerce. Responsibilities include the dissemination of 2010 Census Bureau products, hosting workshops, reviewing population estimates, housing of Census Bureau reports for public use, and communication with the State Data Center concerning data requests through the submission of an annual report. (ACOG)
5. Revise the 2010 Urban Area Boundary geography to smooth out geographic irregularities, to maintain administrative continuity, and to encompass fringe areas having residential, commercial, and/or industrial significance. (ACOG)
6. Utilize 2010 Census data and land use information to evaluate the OCARTS area geography for possible expansion. (ACOG)
7. Monitor local community Geographic Information System (GIS) capabilities. Identify components that are critical for ease of data use and map compatibility, such as projection, level of accuracy, etc. Develop customized GIS programs, as needed, to assist in the agency’s mapping work. Provide regional coordination for regional digital aerial sharing and planning. (ACOG)
End Product
An updated OCARTS street network map and updated TIGER file. Storage of on-site Census related products. The ability to share OCARTS area GIS maps and aerial photography. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part VI: Element and Task Descriptions – Task 1.04
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Task 1.04: Transportation Planning Assistance - Oklahoma Department of Transportation
Program Objectives
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation will provide administrative, technical, and policy guidance and assistance related to the successful completion of the urban transportation planning work activities itemized in this UPWP.
Program Activities
1. Urban Transportation Planning Process
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) will provide a liaison, maintain information flows, and provide technical assistance for the maintenance of an effective continuous, comprehensive, and cooperative urban transportation planning process in the OCARTS area. (ODOT)
2. Computer Support
ODOT’s Graphic Resource Information Portal (GRIP) Lite system is available and accessible to ACOG for gathering GIS data collected by ODOT.
End Product
Urban transportation planning, technical, and computer support and services for the successful implementation of the FY 2011 UPWP.
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ELEMENT #2: REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
This activity involves the maintenance and refinement of the short-range and long-range transportation planning process. Work areas include tasks to develop, maintain and refine the methodology for reevaluation and update of proposed transportation systems and subsystems. Multimodal travel forecasting models and traffic management strategies will be used in order to improve the system of integrated regional transportation planning.
Tasks Included:
2.01 - Long-Range Transportation Planning
2.02 - Short-Range Transportation Planning
2.03 - Congestion Management
2.05 - (Temporarily Suspended)
2.04 - Elderly and Disabled Transportation Planning
2.06 - Air Quality Planning FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part VI: Element and Task Descriptions – ELEMENT #2
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Task 2.01: Long-Range Transportation Planning
Background Information
The Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient, Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) signed on August 10, 2005, defines the process for transportation planning, construction and maintenance throughout the United States. The funding established under SAFETEA-LU has been extended through continuing resolutions. SAFETEA-LU superseded the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st
Century of 1998 (TEA-21) and the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (ISTEA).
The federal planning regulations governing the development of statewide and urban area transportation plans and programs were jointly issued by the Federal Highway and Federal Transit Administrations in February 2007. Prompted by the passage of SAFETEA-LU, the revised transportation planning regulations also incorporate changes initiated in the predecessor legislation, TEA–21 and generally made the regulations consistent with current statutory requirements.
As before, the federal guidelines require a continuing, comprehensive, and coordinated transportation planning process in metropolitan areas and states. SAFETEA-LU established eight specific planning factors that must be considered in the development of metropolitan plans and programs, including economic vitality of the metropolitan area, safety, security, increased accessibility and mobility, environmental protection and energy conservation, intermodal integration of the transportation system for movement of people and goods, efficient system management, and preservation of the existing transportation network. Additionally, SAFETEA-LU continues its predecessor's emphasis on financial feasibility, public involvement, and consideration of social and environmental impacts of transportation decisions.
Encompass 2035, the 2035 OCARTS Plan, was adopted by the MPO in April 2011. Current efforts are focused on implementation of Encompass 2035, as well as the development of data needed for the next long-range transportation plan.
As of March 2011, the OCARTS area is an air quality attainment area and thus, the long-range transportation plan update for Central Oklahoma is required every five years. However, the 8-hr ground level ozone standard is currently under review by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. A final decision on the standard is expected no sooner than July 2011.
Program Objective
To develop and implement the intermodal long-range transportation plan for the OCARTS area in compliance with the requirements of SAFETEA-LU. To begin data collection required for the development of the next long-range plan. To develop and enhance modeling tools in order to accurately estimate and forecast travel patterns.
Program Activities
1. Ensure compliance with guidance issued by the Federal Transit and Federal Highway Administrations that implements SAFETEA-LU, particularly regarding metropolitan and statewide planning requirements. Monitor re-authorization of federal surface transportation law. (ACOG)
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2. Update ACOG’s long-range transportation plan amendment procedures to reflect Encompass 2035 goals and strategies. Evaluate requests to amend the 2035 OCARTS Plan in accordance with these new plan amendment procedures, SAFETEA-LU requirements, financial constraint, public involvement, and any applicable conformity guidelines promulgated under the 1990 Clean Air Act Amendments. Any proposed amendments to the adopted plan shall include consideration of the planning factors, review of mobility benefits and burdens to different socioeconomic groups, the adopted public participation plan (see Task 3.01), and financial capacity to implement such plan amendments. (ACOG)
3. Monitor highway, street, and intermodal (transit, bicycle, pedestrian, freight movement, airport access) improvements, including those that implement the long-range transportation plan, by maintaining up-to-date data files and a mapped inventory of the improvements. This data collection will be used to monitor implementation of improvements and projects contained in Encompass 2035, and to update other databases such as those used for regional accident analysis and the implementation of the Congestion Management Process. (ACOG)
COTPA, CART, and Citylink will provide information about the route network changes for inclusion in the region’s annual Network Monitoring Report. (COTPA, CART, Citylink)
4. Compile and maintain long-range data on transit, bicycle and pedestrian modes, and on freight movement and airport access within the OCARTS area. (ACOG)
COTPA, CART, and Citylink will provide input for the transit element of the Encompass 2035 Plan. COTPA, CART, and Citylink will be available for various public outreach components of the OCARTS planning process. (COTPA, CART, Citylink)
5. In order to ensure the reliability and responsiveness of forecasting tools, the MPO will continue implementation of a transportation model improvement program to provide for the continued maintenance of the OCARTS model network. Utilize CUBE and ArcView as editing and GIS tools to improve analytical abilities. (ACOG)
6. Evaluate and model Fixed Guideway Study recommendations and other illustrative projects included in Encompass 2035 regarding their benefit to the regional transportation network, and document and report the findings. (ACOG, COTPA, CART, Citylink)
7. Prepare final plan report and technical memoranda documenting all data, factors, and analysis methodologies that were used in the development of the Encompass 2035 Plan. Reports will include an Executive Summary-Brochure and a Plan Report. (ACOG)
8. Coordinate with ODOT on the implementation of the 2005-2035 Statewide Intermodal Transportation Plan. Share information and assist as needed in processing amendments to the OCARTS area long-range transportation plan, TIP, and federal functional classification system. (ACOG)
9. Coordinate with the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA), as needed, and track OTA-sponsored improvements to the regional network. (ACOG)
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10. Long Range Transit Planning (COTPA)
a. COTPA Long Range Transit Plan Implementation
Continue to implement the COTPA Long Range Transit Plan, adopted in 2001, and seek public support for the Plan recommendations and improvement of the transit system. Address transit planning initiatives that may result from the successful MAPS 3 vote in the City of Oklahoma City. (COTPA)
b. COTPA Regional Fixed Guideway Systems Planning
Present and advance the findings of the 2005 Regional Fixed Guideway Study (FGS).
COTPA will:
• Complete the Oklahoma City downtown circulator Alternatives Analysis (AA). Integrate project development with MAPS3 and Project 180. Initiate the Environmental Assessment and Conceptual Engineering phases of the downtown fixed guideway project that emerges from the AA.
• Coordinate with Oklahoma City regarding the MAPS streetcar project.
• Continue participation in ACOG’s Regional Transit Dialogue (RTD) process.
• Continue to advocate for the Enhanced Bus element and commensurate local funding to accommodate present and future demand in Central Oklahoma as a complement to rail transit.
• Continue to reach out to strategic groups and districts with a stake in the FGS findings, such as the OKC Plan Update Steering Committee, business leaders, suburban communities, neighborhood organizations, Core to Shore Steering Committee, coalitions (such as APT, OnTrac, and MTP), Project 180, and the MAPS3 Citizen Advisory Board and especially its Transit/Modern Streetcar Subcommittee.
• Collaborate with the City of Oklahoma City, ACOG, and FTA to develop housing and employment projections that reflect and advance the corridors in the 2030 System Plan of the Fixed Guideway Study.
• Initiate a community process and an exploratory study for a bus rapid transit corridor.
• Continue to educate area communities of the need for transit supportive land use plans and policies that cover the continuum of transit access, ranging from bus stops/shelters to mixed use rail stations.
11. CART staff, Norman elected officials and City of Norman staff will continue to refine and explore funding options for implementation of CART’s long range plan. (CART)
12. Continue efforts to lead a Regional Transit Dialogue (RTD) among leaders from the public and private sectors to determine local desire to develop and promote transit priorities within the region. Commence the second phase of this process entitled RTD2
. (ACOG)
13. Initiate a commuter alternatives analysis on the commuter rail corridors identified in the 2005 Fixed Guideway Study. (ACOG, COTPA, CART)
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End Product
Documentation of amendments to the OCARTS Plan and completed intermodal improvements. Creation of maps and databases depicting implementation status of the street/highway and other modal elements of the currently adopted long-range regional transportation plan. Operation of a “next generation” travel demand forecasting tool which results in an increase in modeling accuracy. Documentation of the Encompass 2035 Plan development.
Technical memoranda and reports as required to document the findings and analysis of program activities, including:
• Updated long-range transportation plan amendment procedures (ACOG)
• Network Monitoring Report (ACOG)
• Mapped Inventory of Encompass 2035 Improvements (ACOG)
• Documentation of model results for Encompass 2035 Illustrative Projects (ACOG)
• Downtown Circulator Alternatives Analysis: Executive Summary (COTPA)
• Regional Transit Dialogue Report (ACOG)
• Encompass 2035 Plan Report (ACOG)
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Task 2.02: Short-Range Transportation Planning
Background Information
Short-range transportation planning plays an important role in identifying and implementing priorities for highway and intermodal improvements within the metropolitan area. The transportation improvement program is the primary tool used to advance the goals of the long-range transportation plan.
Program Objectives
To coordinate with ODOT, OCARTS area local governments, and the local transit providers in the implementation of transportation improvements throughout the region that are consistent with the financially constrained long-range transportation plan. To expend the region's federal transportation dollars quickly and efficiently in accordance with regionally established priorities.
Program Activities
1. Monitor federally funded transportation improvements within the OCARTS area, especially the Surface Transportation Program Urbanized Area (STP-UZA) funds, and provide a mid-year STP-UZA status report, by entity, in accordance with ITPC policy. Provide assistance to local entities, as needed, concerning STP-UZA procedures, funds, project statuses, and obligation of STP-UZA funds.
Prepare an annual listing of projects for which federal transportation funds were obligated during FFY 2011, including investments in pedestrian walkways and bicycle transportation facilities. (ACOG)
2. Consider requests by UZA entities to amend the federal functional classification system maps, as needed. Such requests will be reviewed by the MPO’s Technical and Policy Committees and forwarded to ODOT for submission to FHWA. (ACOG)
3. Cooperate with ODOT in the selection of projects for funding under the NHS, Bridge, and Interstate Maintenance Programs in conformance with STIP and TIP priorities. (ACOG)
4. Coordinate with ODOT on the selection of OCARTS area projects for funding under the Surface Transportation Program (STP), STP-Enhancement, Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) and Congestion Mitigation/Air Quality (CMAQ) categories of funds in conformance with TIP priorities. Coordinate with ODOT on the implementation of OCARTS area recommendations from its Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP), which establishes policies, priorities and strategies to improve the safety of the transportation system as required by SAFETEA-LU. (ACOG)
5. Assist OCARTS entities in identification of appropriate federal and state funding sources for local transportation improvements. (ACOG)
6. Continue working with ODOT and area freight stakeholders to maintain up-to-date inventories of intermodal facilities and goods movement data affecting the OCARTS area. (ACOG)
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7. Integrated Planning and Environmental Processes
COTPA will sponsor and initiate an environmental study for the greater downtown OKC transit circulator locally preferred alternative (LPA). COTPA will conduct scoping and coordinate with the FTA, the MPO, and various stakeholders. (COTPA)
The MPO will provide assistance to lead agencies performing a planning process that can be integrated into the required environmental analysis for major highway and public transit projects in the OCARTS area. The analysis process will involve the MPO, ODOT, COTPA, CART, FHWA and FTA, and other agencies as needed. The process will establish the range of alternatives to be studied such as alternative modes and general alignments, and include appropriate public involvement opportunities. Broad social, economic, and environmental impacts that could result from the proposed improvement will be evaluated. (ACOG, ODOT, COTPA, CART)
8. Regional Construction Coordination Program
Establish a program to ensure communication and coordination among the MPO, local governments, and ODOT concerning current and impending OCARTS area roadway improvements. The program will utilize a mapped, GIS-based product and will be designed to improve communication among all jurisdictions and to ensure that construction, temporary closures and detours pose the least burden to the traveling public as possible. The program will also provide a communication tool to the public on such matters. (ACOG, ODOT, FHWA)
9. Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan
Work with state, ACOG and local partners who provide public transportation services and health and human services to implement the 2007 Oklahoma City Urban Area Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan (Coordinated Plan), as required by SAFETEA-LU. (COTPA)
Employ the competitive project selection process for JARC and New Freedom funds apportioned to the Oklahoma City UZA, which includes at least one call for projects and application review by the JARC/New Freedom Selection Committee. Projects funded in this manner will be consistent with the Coordinated Plan. (ACOG)
Projects utilizing JARC and New Freedom funds within the Norman Urbanized Area will be included in the Statewide Coordinated Plan and will be selected using a separate competitive selection process, developed by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation.
Projects funded under the Sec. 5310 Elderly and Persons with Disabilities program will be part of the Statewide Coordinated Plan and the competitive selection process will be conducted by the Oklahoma Department of Human Services, Aging Services Division.
All Public Transit-Human Services Coordinated Plans affecting the OCARTS area must be consistent with the long-range transportation plan and selected projects will be included in the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and Statewide TIP (STIP).
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10. Public Transportation Quarterly Coordination Meetings
Continue to conduct quarterly coordination meetings among staff from ACOG, COTPA, CART/Oklahoma Health Center, Citylink, First Capital Trolley, Oklahoma City Planning Department, and ODOT. This forum enables transit providers, ACOG, ODOT and other transportation professionals to interface about regional transit issues. (COTPA, CART, Citylink, ODOT, ACOG)
11. Short Term Transit Route Performance & Service Plans
a. Transit Route Performance Evaluation
COTPA will continue to compile data that will be used to monitor the performance and validity of existing transit routes, such as ridership per revenue mile and hour. COTPA will also collect information relative to route segments and strategic business measures. After such information is collected, it will be reviewed for planning purposes. (COTPA)
CART will utilize AVL system to determine route performance and usage trends for existing fixed route services. (CART)
b. Planning for Bus Route Service & Schedules
COTPA will continue to review the impact of bus route changes and develop bus route service plans, in conformance with budgetary considerations and the following plans: Long Range Transit Plan, the 2030 Fixed Guideway Study Systems Plan, and the outcomes of the 2008 City of Oklahoma City Mayor/Council Transit Workshop. Some examples include: review of existing and proposed express bus routes, planning to improve schedule adherence, planning to reach new Job Access Reverse Commute destinations, and revision of route maps and timetables. The cities of Moore, Bethany, Del City and Midwest City will be among the suburbs given special planning emphasis due to their interest and proximity to existing bus routes. COTPA will continue to assess intermodal connections between the Oklahoma River Cruises and the Spirit Trolley. COTPA will also conduct community and public meetings, as needed, to gather input about proposed fare and service changes. (COTPA)
CART will utilize AVL/APC systems to analyze route and stop location effectiveness to determine if route changes or changes in stop locations need to be made. (CART)
Provide journey-to-work, employment, census, or other data, as needed, to assist with transit route service modification plans. Assist COTPA and CART in evaluating opportunities for additional or modified transit service on or adjacent to Recurring Congestion Corridors to aid in traffic reduction. Assist private and public transportation providers in planning and evaluating potential transit routes and markets. (ACOG)
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12. Transit Marketing
COTPA will continue to evaluate customer service and will focus on marketing to improve overall ridership and the ridership of targeted routes. COTPA plans to use past and ongoing research to identify potential customers for existing routes and help accomplish Title VI customer service objectives.
COTPA will pursue the following marketing strategies to retain and expand ridership:
• Conduct a survey(s) to evaluate the various aspects of the system.
• Develop and implement plans to rebrand METRO Transit with a new name, logo and color scheme.
• Conduct market research to profile current and potential riders.
• Utilize market research to further develop messages that increase awareness on the environmental effects of single occupancy vehicles (SOV) and how use of public transportation can reduce emissions and congestion.
• Develop and implement a “benefits of public transportation education campaign” targeting SOV travelers and the community at large.
• Continue to reach out to minority audiences through community events and service programs.
• Distribute agency video detailing how to ride the bus to neighboring communities, citizens, partner agencies and corporate offices seeking to educate their audience on the benefits of public transportation.
• Continue to plan and implement marketing strategies related to the personal and environmental benefits of public transportation services. In addition, staff is working closely with CART, Oklahoma Transit Association, Oklahoma Alliance for Public Transportation (APT) and other organizations to strengthen support for a greater public transportation presence in Central Oklahoma.
• Launch an online trip planning feature on METRO Transit’s website. Ultimately, the website will be equipped with a trip planner and email/SMS alert system, a comments section, and more up-to-date information on various programs and services.
• Work with other agencies on community service and/or outreach programs.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies related to the Oklahoma River Cruises service.
13. Promotion of Public Transit Use
COTPA and CART will continue efforts to promote public transit among apartment complexes, social service agencies, university students, residential centers, healthcare providers, tourism interests, employers, and other stakeholders and potential funding partners within the region. (COTPA, CART)
14. Short Range Transit Partnership Planning and Development
COTPA will continue to seek new partnership opportunities to provide public transportation and recruit new transit funding partners. As part of this work effort, COTPA staff will expand communication with employers, the public health coalitions and entities, municipal and county governments, tribal organizations, governmental agencies, colleges, and career/vocational tech districts. COTPA will continue its FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part VI: Element and Task Descriptions – Task 2.02
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association and support of regional transit coalitions, such as, the Oklahoma Alliance for Public Transportation (APT), MTP, and OnTrac. COTPA will also work with the Oklahoma Transit Association (OTA), merchant associations, social equity advocacy groups, environmental protection organizations, chambers of commerce, housing providers and other entities. COTPA will also work with nearby transit agencies such as CART, Citylink, and First Capital Trolley. COTPA will meet with local officials around the region to educate and collaborate with them on various matters, including municipal expenditures for public transportation. Similarly, local officials will be consulted to help verify results of a sidewalk inventory near bus routes. (COTPA)
15. Bus Route Accessibility Planning, Sidewalk Survey, and Park & Ride Partners
COTPA will continue to identify accessibility issues and problems that identify the need for more bus stops, shelters and sidewalks in certain locations. In addition, COTPA will continue to assess the need for bicycle racks, ADA compliant ramps, bus turnout lanes, shopping cart corrals at bus stops, and other capital improvements. COTPA staff will continue to work closely with its private sector and suburban bus shelter and bench partners to upgrade these bus stops. COTPA will also work closely with the Mayor’s Committee on Disability Concerns (MCDC) to implement the transit portions of their 2005 policy on community accessibility. COTPA will plan and implement ADA accessibility changes called for during the 2007 ADA transition plan development process, especially those related to voice annunciation/AVL GPS systems and better bus stop accessibility.
COTPA will continue to plan and refocus its transit-bicycle intermodal connections. It will do so in conjunction with various City of Oklahoma City partnerships and with the ACOG Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee.
Staff will continue to plan for park-and-ride partnerships for transit customers and add park-and-ride signage near the lots. Current park-and-ride lot partnerships are in effect with 24 shopping centers, churches, and other land managers. COTPA will strive to maintain and expand the inventory of available lots. COTPA will also consider the need for a small number of public or COTPA-owned park & ride lots in locations near highway interchanges and elsewhere. (COTPA)
16. Enhanced Planning for Safety and Security Measures
Safety has long been a focus of METRO Transit, and COTPA will continue and strengthen this emphasis. COTPA will continue to plan for improved safety and security at the downtown transit center and will review and update its security measures related to the cameras installed inside buses in 2008. COTPA will initiate the installation of cameras at its fixed facilities. COTPA will continue to emphasize customer service safety training for front line operators and seek to further reduce the number of safety claims by passengers.
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from customers. This effort will involve front line personnel such as bus operators, customer service telephone call center representatives, transit center staff, route supervisors, and the transit dispatchers. (COTPA)
CART will continue monthly safety and security meetings with all operations staff, and monthly staff meetings that allow operators open discussion with managers from operations and planning to address any potential safety concerns. (CART)
17. Ferry System Planning
COTPA will continue to monitor progress on the water-based public transportation system on the Oklahoma River and develop, coordinate, and implement operational and marketing efforts. COTPA will work closely with the Oklahoma Riverfront Redevelopment Authority (OCRRA), the City of Oklahoma City, and other stakeholders to achieve objectives. Operational systems, including schedules, services, and maintenance, will be monitored and planned in conjunction with the efforts of the contracted operator for effectiveness and efficiency. Marketing efforts, such as website, publications, brochures, and news coverage, as designed by COTPA, will be evaluated on their effectiveness.
Capital improvement projects, designed to support the system, will be planned and monitored by COTPA as part of its oversight of grant funding used for the ferryboat system. The most notable recent capital improvement was the opening of the Exchange Avenue Landing and ferryboat maintenance facility in late 2009, and that will affect service planning. COTPA will also aggressively seek partnerships with other funding entities for additional landings. (COTPA)
18. Livability Initiatives
COTPA will continue its past initiatives with public health, housing providers, and various entities and community organizations to promote livability principles, health, sustainability and transit. The City-County Health WIN Initiative, health equity campaign, Plan OKC, Turning Point, and offering of health fairs are among the items to be continued. (COTPA)
End Product
Technical memoranda and reports as required to account for the findings and analysis of program activities, including:
• Annual Listing of Federally Funded Transportation Projects (ACOG)
• Public Transportation Coordination Report (COTPA)
• Short Term Transit Planning and Marketing Report (COTPA, CART)
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Task 2.03: Congestion Management
Background Information
Congestion management is a valuable tool to help OCARTS area leaders maximize the use of existing transportation facilities, assist with efficient goods movement, reduce vehicular emissions and improve air quality, as well as analyze, plan for and mitigate safety and security related transportation network challenges. Attention must be given to predictable, recurring congestion, as well as unexpected, random incidents that tie up traffic and inconvenience the public. Activities under this task are designed to pinpoint transportation systems management, travel demand reduction, traffic incident management, safety conscious planning, transportation infrastructure security, public information opportunities, as well as other strategies that will improve the way the multimodal transportation network is managed and operated in Central Oklahoma.
Program Objective
To develop the data necessary to analyze and the techniques and relationships needed to respond to recurring and unexpected traffic congestion and incidents in the OCARTS area. To work with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, local governments, emergency service providers, public safety units, and others to develop a coordinated long-term congestion management strategy for the region.
Program Activities
1. Congestion Management Process
Review, update and implement the OCARTS Area Congestion Management Process (CMP) to ensure compliance with SAFETEA-LU. Evaluate the region’s CMP structure and key subsets of recurring and non-recurring congestion. Examine the MPO’s current, planned, as well as additional strategies to alleviate congestion and enhance mobility in accordance with federal rules. Review and evaluate current and new performance measures, evaluation criteria, data collection, implementation schedule, and the CMP’s relationship to the TIP and long-range transportation plan. Continue to engage stakeholders from various modal and professional interests that assist in the development and implementation of congestion management strategies. (ACOG)
2. Recurring Congestion
Monitor the congestion levels on the identified congestion corridors based on the traffic count and the GPS assisted travel delay data collected under Task 1.02, Subtasks 1 and 3, as well as accident data collected under this task. Compile available transit data for routes on or parallel to congested corridors. Consider bus routes and other intermodal solutions to remedy congestion problems, and make the most efficient use of the existing infrastructure. Analyze the use of new data sources for use in the evaluation of recurring congestion. Continue to work with local government entities by reviewing the progress of data collection work. (ACOG)
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3. Non-recurring Congestion and Incident Management
In cooperation with regional leaders, reevaluate the recommendations proposed by the OCARTS Incident Management Guide (IM Guide) completed in FY 2004 and coordinate their implementation. The recommendations include, but are not limited to: multi-agency incident management training, multi-agency post incident reviews, public education and information, and changes to towing regulations

OCARTS
Transportation Management Area
Unified Planning Work Program
Fiscal Year 2012
ASSOCIATION OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA GOVERNMENTS
OKLAHOMA CITY METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
Preliminary Document Final Document
Reviewed by the
Intermodal Transportation Technical Committee April 14, 2011 May 12, 2011
Approved by the
Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee April 28, 2011 May 26, 2011
This report is the product of a project (study) financed in part by the Federal Transit Administration and the Federal Highway Administration of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
The contents of this report reflect the views of the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG), the Metropolitan Planning Organization for the Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study (OCARTS) Transportation Management Area. ACOG is responsible for the facts and the accuracy of the data presented herein. The contents do not necessarily reflect official views or policy of the U.S. Department of Transportation. This report does not constitute a standard, specification, or regulation. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP
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ASSOCIATION OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA GOVERNMENTS
21 East Main Street, Suite 100
Oklahoma City, OK 73104-2405
Telephone: (405) 234-ACOG (2264)
Fax: (405) 234-2000
e-mail: bgarner@acogok.org
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART I: INTRODUCTION ................................................................ 1
PART II: OCARTS ORGANIZATION ..................................................... 1
COMMITTEE STRUCTURE ...................................................................................... 1
Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee (ITPC) ............................................... 1
Intermodal Transportation Technical Committee (ITTC) .......................................... 2
OCARTS Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) ......................................................... 2
SPONSOR AGENCIES ............................................................................................ 7
Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG) ............................................ 7
Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) ................................................... 7
Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA), Cleveland Area Rapid Transit (CART) and Citylink .................................................... 9
AFFILIATED AGENCIES/ENTITIES ............................................................................. 9
OKLAHOMA CITY AREA REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION STUDY (OCARTS) TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT AREA ................................................................... 10
PART III: FY 2012 UNIFIED PLANNING WORK PROGRAM PRIORITIES .......... 13
PART IV: ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF FY 2011 ......................................... 19
PART V: FY 2012 UNIFIED PLANNING WORK PROGRAM BUDGET .............. 29
PART VI: ELEMENT AND TASK DESCRIPTIONS ..................................... 37
ELEMENT #1: DATA DEVELOPMENT AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT ......................... 37
Task 1.01: Demographic/Socioeconomic Data Monitoring ................................... 39
Task 1.02: Transportation Planning Data Management ....................................... 40
Task 1.03: Geographic Information System Improvements and Census Geography ...... 42
Task 1.04: Transportation Planning Assistance - Oklahoma Department of Transportation ......................................................................... 43
ELEMENT #2: REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ........................................... 45
Task 2.01: Long-Range Transportation Planning ............................................... 47
Task 2.02: Short-Range Transportation Planning .............................................. 51
Task 2.03: Congestion Management ............................................................. 57
Task 2.04: Elderly and Disabled Transportation Planning .................................... 60
Task 2.06: Air Quality Planning ................................................................... 62
ELEMENT #3: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ................................................................ 67
Task 3.01: Citizen Participation and Public Information ..................................... 69
ELEMENT #4: TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ASSISTANCE AND COORDINATION ................ 73
Task 4.01: Program Coordination and Certification Process ................................. 75
Task 4.02: Local Technical Assistance Projects ................................................ 77
ELEMENT #5: STAFF TRAINING AND MAINTENANCE AND PRODUCTION OF PLANNING RELATED DOCUMENTS ................................................................. 79
Task 5.01: Staff Training .......................................................................... 81
Task 5.02: Planning Documents, Reports, and Data Dissemination ......................... 82
ELEMENT #6: MANAGEMENT ........................................................................... 83
Task 6.01: Direct Project Management .......................................................... 83
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TABLES*
Table 1: Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee .................................................. 4
FIGURES*
Figure 1: OCARTS Organization .............................................................................. 3
Figure 2: OCARTS Area in Relation to the Four-County ACOG Region ................................11
Figure 3: OCARTS Transportation Management Area and Urbanized Areas ..........................12
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1: Memorandum of Understanding Between the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments, Oklahoma Department of Transportation, Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority, and Cleveland Area Rapid Transit .......................................................................85
Attachment 2: Intermodal Transportation Technical Committee (ITTC) Bylaws ...................89
Attachment 3: Certification Statement OCARTS Transportation Management Area FY 2011 .....95
Attachment 4: Related Correspondence ................................................................ 101
*Maps/data presented in this report were created and assembled by the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG) for information, planning reference and guidance only. You are admonished to use these materials only as a starting point and not a final product or document. None of these materials should be utilized by you or other parties without the benefit of advice and instruction from appropriate professional services. These materials are not verified by a Registered Professional Land Surveyor for the State of Oklahoma and are not intended to be used as such. ACOG makes no warranty, express or implied, related to the accuracy or content of these materials and data. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part I: Introduction and Part II: OCARTS Organization
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PART I: INTRODUCTION
The Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) is a description of the proposed multimodal transportation planning activities to be conducted in the Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study (OCARTS) area during FY 2012 (July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012). This program is administered by the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG), in accordance with a "Memorandum of Understanding" between the ACOG, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), the Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA), and Cleveland Area Rapid Transit (CART). The Memorandum is included as Attachment 1 of this document. ACOG serves as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Oklahoma City transportation management area, providing a multi-government, multi-agency body for carrying out a continuing, coordinated, comprehensive program of multimodal transportation system planning.
The UPWP is prepared annually and serves as a basis for requesting federal planning funds from the U.S. Department of Transportation, as well as, a management tool for scheduling, budgeting and monitoring the planning activities of the participating entities. This document was developed with input from numerous agencies, including the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, the Federal Highway Administration, the Federal Transit Administration, the Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority, Cleveland Area Rapid Transit, the Oklahoma City Traffic Management Division and other cities included in the regional transportation study area.
PART II: OCARTS ORGANIZATION
COMMITTEE STRUCTURE
Multimodal transportation planning and implementation require a unified policy direction for all modes of travel. This direction is provided by a committee structure, which was developed jointly by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation and local governments within the OCARTS area. The structure consists of an Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee (ITPC), an Intermodal Transportation Technical Committee (ITTC), and a Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC). The OCARTS organizational structure is shown in Figure 1.
The ITPC has 45 members and is the single policy group for regional transportation decision making in the OCARTS area. The ITPC voting membership is composed of locally elected officials, state transportation department managers and commissioners, and designees from other local agencies, representing various transportation modes. Each member local government has one vote. Federal aviation, transit, and highway officials are designated as non-voting ITPC members. The primary functions of the ITPC are to provide guidance for multimodal transportation planning and to assure coordination among transportation modes, local government entities, and planning efforts. The current membership of the ITPC is shown in Table 1.
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The Chairman of the ITPC is elected from the membership every year for a one-year term. Individual local governing bodies select their representatives to the ITPC. Staff personnel of ACOG have been designated by the ITPC to provide administrative and clerical support to the Committee. The ITPC meets at 1:20 p.m. on the last Thursday of each month in the Board Room of the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments.
Technical review and guidance for the OCARTS planning programs are provided by the ITTC. This committee is generally composed of city planners, city engineers and traffic managers, and also includes representatives of various modes, environmental agencies, the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority, ODOT and the Federal transportation agencies.
Intermodal Transportation Technical Committee (ITTC)
The ITTC makes recommendations to the Policy Committee concerning adoption and approval of all transportation plans and programs, such as the Unified Planning Work Program, the long-range transportation plan, and the Transportation Improvement Program. The ITTC is governed by bylaws approved by the Policy Committee and typically meets at 10:00 a.m. on the second Thursday of each month to review the progress of the tasks outlined in the Unified Planning Work Program. The ITTC also monitors the performance of the regional transportation system and recommends policy changes to the Policy Committee to improve system performance.
The CAC membership encompasses all transportation modes, representatives of minority and elderly populations, persons with disabilities, businesses, local governments, environmental/public interest groups, neighborhoods, and private citizens. The Committee includes a total of 42 voting members, and is supported by representatives of 19 federal, state and local agencies serving as non-voting members for technical assistance/resource support. The CAC is involved in development of the region's 2035 OCARTS Plan and the annual Transportation Improvement Program. This committee provides a tool to ensure that the public is kept aware of planning developments, that the transportation planning process is responsive to public needs, and that advocates of various modes are included and heard.
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Figure 1: OCARTS Organization
Transit Providers
(COTPA and CART):
The Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA) and Cleveland Area Rapid Transit (CART) operate the METRO Transit bus system in greater Oklahoma City and CART in Norman, respectively.
Association of Central
Oklahoma Governments
(ACOG):
A voluntary association of approx. 30 local governments in Canadian, Cleveland, Logan and Oklahoma Counties, which serves as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for coordinating and maintaining the region’s transportation plans.
Oklahoma Department
of Transportation
(ODOT):
The state agency responsible for expending federal and state funds for transportation improvements throughout the state and overseeing transportation planning issues in Oklahoma.
Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee (ITPC):
A committee of local elected officials from each member entity within the OCARTS* area and other agency representatives that sets transportation policy for the area and adopts long- and short-range transportation plans.
Public Involvement:
Efforts to invite and help citizens take part in shaping issues that affect them, related to transportation planning.
• Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC)
(The CAC makes recommendations to the ITPC)
• ACOG Newsletter
• Media Releases
• Surveys
• Outreach/Interest/User Group Meetings
• Public Meetings
• website: www.acogok.org
Intermodal Transportation Technical Committee (ITTC):
A committee comprised mainly of engineering and planning staff members from the communities within the OCARTS* area; the ITTC reviews technical aspects of transportation efforts in the OCARTS* area and makes recommendations to the Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee.
Advisory Committees
• Areawide Planning and Technical Advisory Committee (APTAC)
- Population Study Group
• Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC)
• Regional Transit Dialogue (RTD)
Subcommittees
• Clean Air Committee
- Air Quality Work Group
• Congestion Management Committee
- Congestion Management Work Group
• Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
Steering Committee
• ITS Technology & Operations Subcommittee
• ITS Incident Management Subcommittee
• Section 5310 Subcommittee
• Unified Planning Work Program Subcommittee
* The Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study (OCARTS) area includes all of Oklahoma and Cleveland Counties and portions of Canadian, Logan, Grady and McClain Counties that are urbanized or are expected to be urbanized within the next 20 years. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part II: OCARTS Organization
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Table 1: INTERMODAL TRANSPORTATION POLICY COMMITTEE
as of April 21, 2011
OFFICE BEARERS
(Also listed by entity below.)
HON. KATHY MCMILLAN
CHAIR
MOORE
VACANT
VICE-CHAIR
HON. WILLA JOHNSON
SECRETARY/TREASURER
OKLAHOMA COUNTY
LOCAL GOVERNMENT MEMBERS
CITY/ORGANIZATION
MEMBERS
ALTERNATES
BETHANY
HON. PHILLIP SHIREY, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. BRYAN TAYLOR, MAYOR
HON. RANDY LUINSTRA, COUNCILMEMBER
BLANCHARD
HON. MIKE FERENCICH, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. LANCE TERRY, COUNCILMEMBER
CEDAR VALLEY
HON. STAN WIECZOREK, MAYOR
VACANT
CHOCTAW
HON. ROGER MALONE, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. LARRY GOELLER, COUNCILMEMBER
COLE
HON. WILLIAM ANDERSON, TRUSTEE
VACANT
DEL CITY
HON. KEN BARTLETT, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. DICK CARTER, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. BRIAN E. LINLEY, MAYOR
EDMOND
HON. ELIZABETH WANER, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. PATRICE DOUGLAS, MAYOR
HON. CHARLES LAMB, MAYOR PRO TEM
FOREST PARK
HON. MARIANNE YARBROUGH, TRUSTEE
HON. ELTON MATTHEWS, MAYOR
GOLDSBY
NO DESIGNEE
VACANT
GUTHRIE
HON. CHUCK BURTCHER, MAYOR
HON. MARY COFFIN, COUNCILMEMBER
HARRAH
HON. GORDON JENEY, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. DUANE PATTERSON, COUNCILMEMBER
JONES CITY
HON. RAY POLAND, MAYOR
HON. MATT ELERICK, COUNCILMEMBER
LEXINGTON
HON. MARK EASTON, COUNCILMEMBER
VACANT
LUTHER
HON. TED W. RENNER, TRUSTEE
HON. KIM BOURNS, TRUSTEE
MIDWEST CITY
HON. JACK FRY, MAYOR
HON. RICHARD RICE, COUNCILMEMBER
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INTERMODAL TRANSPORTATION POLICY COMMITTEE (CONT.)
LOCAL GOVERNMENT MEMBERS (CONT.)
CITY/ORGANIZATION
MEMBERS
ALTERNATES
MOORE
HON. KATHY MCMILLAN, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. JANIE MILUM, COUNCILMEMBER
MUSTANG
HON. JAY ADAMS, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. TERRY JONES, COUNCILMEMBER
NEWCASTLE
HON. LINDA MOLSBEE, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. CINDY FRIZZELL, COUNCILMEMBER
NICHOLS HILLS
HON. PETER HOFFMAN, COUNCILMEMBER
VACANT
NICOMA PARK
HON. JIM PUMPHREY, MAYOR
HON. CINDY WILLIAMS, COUNCILMEMBER
NOBLE
HON. GARY HAYES, MAYOR
HON. DIANNE GRAY, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. TONY PARKER, COUNCILMEMBER
NORMAN
HON. CINDY ROSENTHAL, MAYOR
HON. RACHEL BUTLER, COUNCILMEMBER
OKLAHOMA CITY
HON. PETE WHITE, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. GARY MARRS, COUNCILMEMBER
PIEDMONT
HON. MIKE FINA, MAYOR
HON. DONNIE ROBINSON, VICE MAYOR
SLAUGHTERVILLE
HON. BOBBY CLEVELAND, MAYOR
VACANT
SPENCER
HON. EARNEST WARE, MAYOR
HON. MARSHA JEFFERSON, VICE MAYOR
HON. ROBERT ZARING, COUNCILMEMBER
TUTTLE
HON. BRIAN ROUTH, COUNCILMEMBER
HON. TAYLOR HENDERSON, COUNCILMEMBER
THE VILLAGE
HON. DAVID BENNETT, MAYOR
HON. HUTCH HIBBARD, COUNCILMEMBER
WARR ACRES
HON. DAVID DIRKSCHNEIDER, COUNCILMBR
HON. PATRICK WOOLLEY, MAYOR
YUKON
NO DESIGNEE
HON. BOB BRADWAY, MAYOR
CANADIAN COUNTY
NO DESIGNEE
HON. PHIL CARSON, COMMISSIONER
HON. DAVID ANDERSON, COMMISSIONER
CLEVELAND COUNTY
HON. ROD CLEVELAND, COMMISSIONER
HON. RUSTY SULLIVAN, COMMISSIONER
LOGAN COUNTY
HON. MARK SHARPTON, COMMISSIONER
HON. MIKE PEARSON, COMMISSIONER
HON. MONTY PIEARCY, COMMISSIONER
MCCLAIN COUNTY
HON. WILSON LYLES, COMMISSIONER
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INTERMODAL TRANSPORTATION POLICY COMMITTEE (CONT.)
LOCAL GOVERNMENT MEMBERS (CONT.)
CITY/ORGANIZATION
MEMBERS
ALTERNATES
OKLAHOMA COUNTY
HON. WILLA JOHNSON, COMMISSIONER
HON. BRIAN MAUGHAN, COMMISSIONER
HON. RAY VAUGHN, COMMISSIONER
AGENCY MEMBERS
CITY/ORGANIZATION
MEMBERS
ALTERNATES
CENTRAL OKLAHOMA TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING AUTHORITY (COTPA)
KAY BICKHAM, TRUSTEE
RICK CAIN
ADMINISTRATOR
LARRY HOPPER
PLANNING MGR - ADMINISTRATION
CLEVELAND AREA RAPID TRANSIT (CART)
DOUG MYERS
OU PARKING/TRANSPORTATION DIR.
CODY PONDER
OU PLANNER/GRANTS SPECIALIST
OKLAHOMA CITY AIRPORT TRUST
DON G. JONES
FACILITY PLANNER
VACANT
OKLAHOMA DEPT. OF TRANSPORTATION (ODOT)
GINGER MCGOVERN, DIV. ENGINEER
PLANNING & RESEARCH DIV.
DAWN BORELLI, TRANSP. MANAGER
PLANNING & RESEARCH DIV.
JOHN BOWMAN, ASST. DIV. ENG.
PLANNING & RESEARCH DIV.
OKLAHOMA TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (OTC) – DIVISION III –
MCCLAIN & CLEVELAND COUNTIES IN OCARTS
DANNY B. OVERLAND
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSIONER
DAWN BORELLI, TRANSP. MGR.
PLANNING & RESEARCH DIV.-ODOT
OKLAHOMA TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (OTC) – DIVISION IV –
CANADIAN, LOGAN, & OKLAHOMA COUNTIES IN OCARTS
JACKIE R. COOPER
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSIONER
DAVID STREB
DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING-ODOT
OKLAHOMA TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (OTC) – DIVISION VII –
GRADY COUNTY IN OCARTS
BRADLEY W. BURGESS
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSIONER
VACANT
NON-VOTING MEMBERS
CITY/ORGANIZATION
MEMBERS
ALTERNATES
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA)
EDWARD N. AGNEW, MANAGER
AR/OK AIRPORTS DEVLPMT. OFFICE
VACANT
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION (FHWA)
GARY CORINO
OK DIV. ADMINISTRATOR
ISAAC AKEM
COMMUNITY PLANNER
ELIZABETH ROMERO
PLANNING/TECH SERV TEAM LEADER
FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION (FTA)
ROBERT C. PATRICK
REG’L ADMIN.
BLAS URIBE
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SPONSOR AGENCIES
The Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study is sponsored by the State of Oklahoma (ODOT), the local transit operators (COTPA and CART) and the Metropolitan Planning Organization (ACOG). The OCARTS planning process is staffed with personnel from each of these sponsor agencies and with additional transportation personnel from the City of Oklahoma City and several suburban cities who work under contract with the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments.
The Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG) is a voluntary association of city, town and county governments within the four county (Oklahoma County, Cleveland County, Logan County, and Canadian County) region known as Central Oklahoma. Established in 1966, ACOG’s purpose is to aid local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit and coordinating for sound regional development. This regional cooperation serves to strengthen both the individual and collective capabilities of local governments.
Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG)
ACOG is the designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) conducting the transportation planning process in compliance with the provisions of the Federal Highway and Federal Transit Acts of 1962, as amended by the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU), signed into law in 2005. Initially designated as a Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) in October 1973, ACOG has worked cooperatively with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation and other partners in Central Oklahoma to develop and maintain a regional transportation plan for the OCARTS area.
The Board of Directors serves as the governing body of the Association (Sec. 1.(e) (b), ACOG Agreement). The Board has sole authority to initiate and review all activities, grants and contracts and to adopt or approve any study or plan pertaining to the four county region. This authority is exercised by a quorum of the Board voting according to the authorized weighted vote of each member government (Sec. IV, ACOG Agreement). The business of the Association is transacted according to the provisions of the "Agreement Creating the Association," effective March 31, 1983, as amended.
The ACOG Board of Directors reviews and may elect to endorse actions of the Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee. It is understood that items relating to the transportation planning process are covered by an annual agreement between ODOT and ACOG.
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation was established on September 1, 1976, following the State Legislature's approval of reorganization legislation.
Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT)
1
1 "An Overview of the State's Public Transportation Mandate and Public Transportation Operations in Oklahoma." October 24, 1978. ODOT Planning Division. The reorganization combined, in their entirety, the Oklahoma Highway Department, the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission, and the Oklahoma Highway Safety Coordination Committee. Subsequently, in 2002, the Aeronautics Commission separated from ODOT and was classified as a separate agency. The Rail and Transit staff of the former Department of Economic and Community Affairs and the powers of the Railroad Maintenance Authority were also transferred to the Oklahoma Department of Transportation. In the early 1990s, the duties of the Waterways Branch of the Department of Commerce were also brought under the jurisdiction of ODOT. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part II: OCARTS Organization
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According to Title 69 O.S. 1981, Sec. 4002, the Department of Transportation has the following responsibilities:
1. To coordinate and develop for the State of Oklahoma a comprehensive transportation plan to meet present and future needs for adequate, safe and efficient transportation facilities at reasonable cost to the people.
2. To coordinate the development and operation of such transportation facilities in the state including, but not limited to, highways, public transportation, railroad, marine and waterways, and aeronautics.
3. To develop, periodically revise and maintain a comprehensive state master plan for transportation facilities.
4. To develop the STIP and approve the metropolitan TIPs as the Governor’s designee.
5. To develop measurable objectives and goals designed to carry out the master plan for transportation and report progress in achievement of objectives and goals to the Governor and Legislature as part of the annual budget submission.
6. To make such studies and analyses of transportation problems as may be requested by the Governor or Legislature relative to any aspect of transportation in the state.
7. To exercise and perform such functions, powers and duties as may be, from time to time, conferred or imposed by law, including all the functions, powers and duties assigned and transferred to the Department of Transportation by this act.
8. To apply for, accept and receive and be the administrator for and in behalf of the state agencies, boards and commissions of all federal or other monies now or hereafter available for purposes of transportation or which would further the intent and specific purposes of this act.
9. To cooperate with local governments in the planning and development of transportation-related activities, and encourage state and federally-funded plans and programs at the local level consistent with the goals and objectives of the state master plan for transportation.
ODOT has developed various techniques to generate public interest and to promote public participation in the decision-making process related to proposed transportation improvements undertaken with federal assistance.
The Department completes a field review for all projects in the 8-Year Construction Work Plan. The review consists of researching projects for location, design, and social, environmental, and economic impacts. Part of the social, environmental, and economic analysis during the review is a consideration of the public involvement needs for a specific project.
During the individual project development process, ODOT staff performs more detailed planning and engineering studies related to location, design, and analysis of social, environmental and economic impacts. During this phase, one or more of the following public involvement tools may be employed: public meetings, distribution of flyers in the study area, press releases, meetings with locally elected officials, and coordination with local, state and federal resource agencies.
The OCARTS public involvement process is coordinated with the ODOT process, and they are intended to be used as vehicles to promote maximum public participation early enough in the planning process to influence technical studies and subsequent final decisions. This ensures that decisions, as they are made, will be in the overall public interest and that the average citizen will have an adequate opportunity to have input during the decision-making process. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part II: OCARTS Organization
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Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA), Cleveland Area Rapid Transit (CART) and Citylink
The Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority was created under a Trust Indenture, dated February 1, 1966. The Trust has the authority "to plan, establish, develop, acquire, construct, purchase, install, repair, enlarge, improve, maintain and equip transit systems and facilities and public parking systems and facilities either within or outside the territorial boundaries of the City of Oklahoma City." This Trust Indenture establishes that COTPA has the authority to provide regional transit and parking services. COTPA is governed by a Board of eight Trustees, including the Oklahoma City Mayor, the City Manager of Oklahoma City, the Oklahoma City Finance Director and five additional trustees who are appointed by the Oklahoma City Council.
As of November 1, 1989, the City of Oklahoma City reorganized the city's transit system, creating the Department of Transit Services as the planning/administration arm of COTPA. The operations and maintenance functions of the transit system have remained the responsibility of the Authority.
Each year COTPA develops a Program of Projects (POP) reflecting anticipated capital, planning, and operating needs for the upcoming fiscal year along with an estimated budget. COTPA submits projects to the MPO for inclusion in the transit portion of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and carries out the transit-related planning activities contained in the UPWP. In recent years, COTPA has been authorized, through the TIP, to use a portion of the region's Congestion Mitigation/Air Quality (CMAQ) funds for transit investments that demonstrate a positive impact on air quality. COTPA utilized the public notice/public involvement opportunities related to the TIP, performed by the MPO, to ensure opportunity for public input on the POP.
Based on Year 2000 Census data, a Norman Urbanized Area was defined in 2002 by the U.S. Census Bureau. Subsequently, Cleveland Area Rapid Transit (CART) – previously administered under the umbrella of COTPA – was recognized as a small urbanized area transit entity and became a direct recipient of FTA funds beginning in FFY 2003. CART is operated by the University of Oklahoma in Norman, and receives some local funds from the University and the City of Norman. CART submits a separate Program of Projects for the OCARTS TIP.
Citylink runs five local routes serving the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO) campus and a large portion of the City of Edmond, as well as an express route to and from Oklahoma City.
AFFILIATED AGENCIES/ENTITIES
ACOG also works with the Air Quality Division of the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) on preserving the Oklahoma City metropolitan area's air quality attainment status through clean air initiatives such as “Get Your Square of Clean Air” public education program and the new 8-Hour Ozone Flex program.
The ODEQ Air Quality Division, previously a part of the Oklahoma State Department of Health, was established in 1993 to implement the federal and state air quality mandates regarding emission inventory, planning, permitting, monitoring, compliance and enforcement activities, as required under the 1990 Clean Air Act Amendments. The OCARTS area is currently in FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part II: OCARTS Organization
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attainment status under the 1990 Clean Air Act Amendments, and under the terms of this Act, the ODEQ Air Quality Division is the designated agency responsible for preparing and monitoring the State Implementation Plan for the Oklahoma City metropolitan area.
OKLAHOMA CITY AREA REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION STUDY (OCARTS) TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT AREA
The Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study (OCARTS) Transportation Management Area encompasses all of Oklahoma and Cleveland Counties, and parts of Canadian, Grady, Logan, and McClain Counties. The Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee approved the current study area geography in February 2002. Figure 2 reflects the OCARTS area in relation to the four-county ACOG region. Figure 3 reflects the urbanized areas within OCARTS.
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Noble
Moore
Jones
Yukon
Dibble
Norman
Tuttle
Edmond
Purcell
Goldsby
Cashion
Choctaw
Spencer
Bethany
Arcadia
Mustang
Guthrie
Del City
Piedmont
Blanchard
Newcastle
Washington
Lake Aluma Warr Acres
The Village
Cedar Valley
Valley Brook
Midwest City
Oklahoma City
Slaughterville
Etowah
Harrah
Luther
Lexington
Nicoma Park Forest Park
Nichols Hills
Crescent
Langston
Calumet
El Reno
Union City
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OCARTS Transportation Management Area and Urbanized Areas
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PART III: FY 2012 UNIFIED PLANNING WORK PROGRAM PRIORITIES
OVERVIEW
The Unified Planning Work Program reflects and provides direction for implementing the financially constrained, citizen-influenced, intermodal 2035 Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study (OCARTS) Plan, entitled Encompass 2035
. The Regional Transportation Plan, last adopted in 2011, has provided the framework for other modal plans including:
Greater Downtown Oklahoma City Circulator Alternatives Analysis, 2010
Oklahoma City Project 180, 2010
Midwest City Trails Master Plan and Implementation Study, 2010
Oklahoma City Walkability Study, 2009
Oklahoma City Downtown Streetscape Master Plan, 2009
Oklahoma City Bicycle Transportation Strategic Action Plan 2008-2015, 2008
Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Plan, 2008
Core to Shore Plan, Oklahoma City, 2007.
Fixed Guideway Study, Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority, 2006.
Edmond Transportation Plan, City of Edmond, 2006.
Oklahoma River Water Transport Mobility Program, Oklahoma City, 2005.
Recreational Trail Program, City of Yukon, 2004.
Norman Transportation Needs Assessment Study, City of Norman, 2003.
Master Trails Plan, City of Moore, 2002.
COTPA Jobs Access and Reverse Commute Plan, Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority, 2002.
COTPA Long-Range Transit Plan, Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority, 2001.
Thus, street and highway, bus, bicycle and pedestrian ways, and airport access improvements are all considered in the intermodal regional transportation plan that seeks the efficient movement of people and goods.
This Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) presents the scope and direction of all transportation planning activities in the region and specifies which work program tasks will be accomplished during FY 2012 (July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2012). This part of the UPWP describes priorities related to various intermodal planning efforts in the OCARTS Transportation Management Area. During FY 2012, emphasis will be on completion of the Encompass 2035 Plan Report and technical documentation; continuation of the Regional Transit Dialogue (RTD) process; management of the Regional Commuter Alternatives Analysis; enhancement of the regional congestion management process; coordination with local governments regarding federally funded transportation improvements; air quality planning and activities to ensure compliance with the federal transportation law.
The current regional transportation plan, Encompass 2035, was approved by the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and endorsed by the ACOG Board of Directors in April 2011. This financially constrained Plan includes recommendations for streets and highways, airport access, transit and freight movement, and bicycle and pedestrian ways.
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or amended at any time to reflect improved study procedures. Revisions or amendments must be approved through the Technical and Policy Committee structure.
SPECIAL CONCERNS AND METROPOLITAN PLANNING FACTORS
State, regional, and local priorities are expressed by the OCARTS members in development and execution of the planning program. Federal planning emphasis areas are often expressed through legislation or through planning guidance issued by the Federal Highway Administration, the Federal Transit Administration, or the Environmental Protection Agency. The Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU), signed into law in 2005, requires MPOs to consider eight planning factors in the transportation planning process. Additionally, SAFETEA-LU continues its predecessor’s emphasis on financial feasibility, public involvement, and consideration of social, economic, and environmental impacts of transportation decisions. Substantial work is anticipated during FY 2012 in consideration of these planning requirements. Following is a description of the planning factors and a summary of FY 2012 planning activities applicable to each SAFETEA-LU planning factor.
1. Support the economic vitality of the metropolitan area, especially by enabling global competitiveness, productivity, and efficiency.
• Task 1.02(1,3,4) and Task 2.02(9,11,12) - compile and analyze information about current traffic patterns and travel conditions
• Task 2.02(9) - maintain the Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan and a competitive project selection process for the JARC and New Freedom funds apportioned to the Oklahoma City urbanized area
• Task 2.02(5) - assist entities outside of census–designated urban area, but inside the OCARTS area, in identifying needed transportation improvements and related funding sources
• Task 2.02(4,7) - participate in evaluation of proposed major transportation improvement projects in the metropolitan area
• Task 2.02(17) - support water-based public transportation on the Oklahoma River
• Task 2.03(1-7) - develop travel demand and congestion management strategies to improve efficiency of existing system
• Task 2.06 (5-8) – Promotion of alternative fuels and more efficient use of transportation system
• Task 4.01(7-9) - provide a process to evaluate proposed TIP projects based on anticipated efficient movement of people and goods
2. Increase the safety of the transportation system for motorized and nonmotorized users.
• Task 1.02(2) - identify bridges and roadway where unsafe conditions underscore the need for prompt improvement
• Task 2.01 (3) – Monitor intermodal improvements in the OCARTS area.
• Task 2.02(3,4,6,8,16) - coordinate with ODOT in selecting projects that merit special funding consideration because related safety concerns warrant attention; focus on transit safety in regards to transit operations and passenger protection
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• Task 2.03(2,3) - promote use of technological solutions, alternate routes, etc. to manage incidents
• Task 2.04(4) - educate elderly persons regarding transit safety
• Task 4.01(7-9) - consider safety as factor in evaluation of proposed TIP projects
3. Increase the security of the transportation system for motorized and nonmotorized users.
• Task 1.02(2) - maintain pavement and bridge inventories
• Task 1.03(3,7) - maintain an inventory of comprehensive regional base maps
• Task 2.02(16) - promote the use of technology to enhance transit service security
• Task 2.03(6,7) - promote the use of technology to enhance the security of roadway infrastructure
• Task 2.03(8) – Coordinate with homeland security and emergency management related agencies and committees
4. Increase the accessibility and mobility options available to people and for freight.
• Task 1.01(1-9) - assemble and analyze demographic, socioeconomic and land use data to simulate the current and planned land development patterns in which the transportation system must operate
• Task 1.02(4) and Task 2.02(9) - maintain a current transit database that documents characteristics of bus service available to metropolitan area travelers
• Task 2.01(2) - process Plan amendments that meet the public involvement, fiscal constraint, and air quality thresholds, and demonstrate the ability to improve mobility for movement of people and freight
• Task 2.01(3) - collect and analyze network data to improve the efficiency of existing and future OCARTS area transportation networks
• Task 2.01(4) - maintain and update bicycle/pedestrian trail database
• Task 2.01(5) – enhance the forecasting ability of regional transportation models
• Task 2.01 (12) – promote regional transit discussion
• Task 2.02(6) - continue working with ODOT and other states on freight and trade
• Task 2.02(2,7) - maintain current information on federal functional classification network and analyze major investments which can increase mobility options
• studies, to plan for efficient goods movement
• Task 2.02(9-17) - assess transit needs and promote transit options in OCARTS area
• Task 3.01(5-10) and Task 4.01(6) - ensure compliance with civil rights laws and other guidelines calling for access to information about, and options related to, transportation choices
5. Protect and enhance the environment, promote energy conservation, and improve quality of life, and promote consistency between transportation improvements and state and local planned growth and economic development patterns.
• Task 1.01(7) - evaluate social, environmental, land use and economic impacts of transportation plans
• Task 1.01(2-6,8) and Task 1.03(1-3,5-7) - maintain geographic information system that allows integrated analysis of various layers of data as they affect the human population and transportation network
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• Task 2.01(12,13) – to determine regional desire to develop and promote transit priorities
• Task 2.02(4) - coordinate with ODOT in the selection of enhancement projects
• Task 2.02(7) - develop a planning process that can be integrated into the required environmental analysis for major highway and transit projects
• Task 2.02(9) – implement the Oklahoma City Urban Area Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan with state and local health and human services providers
• Task 2.03(1-7) – improve the efficiency of the current transportation system
• Task 2.04(1-4) - continue provision of paratransit services for the elderly and individuals with disabilities
• Task 2.06(1-7) - monitor air quality in the metropolitan area, and implement measures to improve air quality including promotion of rideshare, use of clean fuels, implementation of transportation system management strategies
• Task 3.01(1-10) - maintain contact with area citizens and business with a focus on receiving and providing information that can help to improve the transportation system and quality of life for the metropolitan area
6. Enhance the integration and connectivity of the transportation system, across and between modes, and for people and freight.
• Task 2.01(3) - monitor and map the continuing development of the intermodal regional transportation network
• Task 2.01(3,4) - evaluate and update the long-range transportation plan’s intermodal recommendations, including transit, bicycle and pedestrian trail strategies
• Task 2.01(8,9) - coordinate with ODOT and the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) with regard to statewide transportation network improvements
• Task 2.01(12,13) – integration of regional public transportation
• Task 2.02(2,4) - maintain updated functional classification system, and cooperate with ODOT in selection of projects for funding under the NHS, Bridge, and Interstate programs
• Task 2.02(4) - coordinate with ODOT in the selection of enhancement projects
• Task 2.02(8) – develop regional construction coordination program
• Task 2.02(11-13) - maintain transit route and scheduling database that assists in continuous internal review of bus route performance
• Task 2.06(6) – maintain regional rideshare program
• Task 4.01(8) - provide input to development of ODOT’s Eight Year Construction Program and State TIP
7. Promote efficient system management and operation.
• Task 1.01(1-8) - assemble and analyze demographic, socioeconomic and land use data to simulate the current and planned land development patterns in which the transportation system must operate
• Task 2.01(2-4,8) - develop and maintain fiscally constrained long-range transportation plan
• Task 2.01(5) - analyze future travel demand
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• Task 2.02 (8) – develop a Regional Construction Coordination Program to ensure that construction and temporary closures will pose the least burden to the traveling public.
• Task 2.03 (1-7) – develop strategies to alleviate congestion and enhance mobility
• Task 4.01(7,9) - provide a process to evaluate proposed TIP projects based on anticipated efficient movement of people and goods
8. Emphasize the preservation of the existing transportation system.
• Task 1.01(1-8) - assemble and analyze demographic, socioeconomic and land use data to simulate the current and planned land development patterns in which the transportation system must operate
• Task 1.02(1) and Task 2.02(7) - data collection of existing traffic and transportation conditions, strategic roadways, public transportation, and goods movement
• Task 2.03(1-7) - utilize congestion management and intelligent transportation technology to extract maximize efficient use of the existing transportation system
Additionally, the OCARTS planning process must include the following activities. These responsibilities are carried out through the completion of work program tasks as well.
1. Publish public involvement procedures that support early and continuing involvement of citizens, affected public agencies, transportation agency employees, private providers of transportation, public transit users, freight shippers, and other interested parties in the development of the transportation plans and transportation improvement programs (TIPs).
2. Comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Presidential Order on Environmental Justice, and the State’s assurance of nondiscrimination under any program receiving U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) assistance.
3. Identify actions necessary to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and applicable U.S. DOT regulations.
4. Provide for the involvement of traffic, rideshare, and parking agencies; airport and port authorities; and appropriate private transportation providers.
5. Provide for involvement of local, state, and federal environmental resource and permit agencies.
6. Include preparation of technical reports to assure documentation of the redevelopment, refinement, and reappraisal of the transportation plan.
7. Develop and maintain a long-range intermodal regional transportation plan that is fiscally constrained, and addresses at least a 20-year period.
8. Develop/update a transportation improvement program (TIP) every year in cooperation with the State and public transit operators. The TIP must be fiscally constrained by year, and may identify illustrative projects.
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PART IV: ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF FY 2011
DATA DEVELOPMENT AND COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING
Staff completed work on population and employment forecasts to support the travel forecasting component of Encompass 2035. Preliminary 2010 census products (PL 94-171) were provided to area entities.
Socioeconomic Data and Growth Allocation Model
Staff completed the collection and analysis of the social, environmental and economic impacts for Encompass 2035. As part of this process, staff provided the final products to the resource agencies for their review. Staff also completed its environmental justice analysis of Encompass 2035.
Traffic count data was used for a number of planning initiatives including monitoring activities related to the Congestion Management Process, accident analysis, and for response to individual data requests.
Transportation Planning Data
Staff continued to maintain a Microsoft Access database of regional traffic counts supplied by the cities of Oklahoma City, Edmond, Midwest City, Moore, and Norman. This database allows multiple tables to be linked by a common ID field. Benefits of the database design include the ability to easily generate reports and statistics, prevent data redundancy and inaccuracy, and allow online access for the general public. The traffic counts and locations are dynamically linked to a computerized street/highway network map designed for easy retrieval and maintenance. Staff also maintained the traffic count map depicting the most recent counts within the OCARTS area, as created from the database using ArcView GIS software. In addition, the traffic count database can be converted to various formats for use with the travel demand model software and other applications.
Parallel to the ongoing database management activities, MPO staff worked closely with several member entities in an effort to populate the new online traffic count database and mapping service, hosted and provided by Midwestern Software Solutions (MSS), LLC, whose services were procured in FY 2009. This approach has greatly simplified overall database management and quality control activities, and granted easier and more comprehensive access to traffic count information by the general public. MSS has worked with many agencies throughout the nation to develop such online database and mapping solutions, which are functional for many levels of users - from traffic engineers to realtors. With the collective participation of several ACOG members, this system offers a cost effective solution to many of the traffic count related planning problems. This ACOG Traffic Count Database System (TCDS) was made available for public access in September 2009. In FY 2012, ACOG partner entities will continue to use the online TCDS to input and analyze all traffic counts.
Furthermore, MPO staff utilized Global Positioning System (GPS) technology to perform travel time runs (2 [or more] during a.m. peak, 2 [or more] during p.m. peak) on multiple congestion corridors in the OCARTS area. The use of this technology has allowed the MPO to monitor and analyze congestion with greater spatial accuracy. This information is used for the ongoing OCARTS area Congestion Management Process.
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The MPO continued its membership with the State Data Center Affiliate Program. As a part of this program, ACOG provides various products and services, including census data, recent population estimates, American Community Survey data, maps, and technical assistance. The MPO assisted in reviewing population estimates by place and provided preliminary 2010 population and race information available to local members. The MPO also initiated review of the transportation analysis zones (TAZs) for the 2010 CTPP, taking into account the new 2010 census geography.
Geographic Information Systems
Staff continued to coordinate the 2010 regional digital aerial photography project with other local communities and agencies. Current aerial photography is used to verify local development trends and transportation issues. The impervious surface information will assist in developing the area’s future sidewalk inventory.
LONG-RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
The MPO, in concert with its model consultant, calibrated, validated, and completed the development of a new regional travel demand model initiated in FY 2009. This new model includes a transit mode choice component and a feedback loop, and provided the MPO staff with a powerful tool to better analyze forecasted modal scenarios during the development of Encompass 2035.
Transportation Model Network Improvements
In August 2010, the ITPC approved the Encompass 2035 Project Selection Criteria. The criteria was a product of a taskforce that included representatives from local governments and various transportation modes, economic development, livability, health, transportation safety and security concerns. The criteria closely reflect the previously adopted Encompass 2035 goals and strategies.
Encompass 2035
A call for Encompass 2035 projects was issued on December 13, 2010. OCARTS member entities were invited to submit their long-range transportation plan projects online. Just under 200 projects, encompassing multiple transportation modes were submitted and subsequently reviewed and evaluated based on the approved selection criteria, as well as tested in different future transportation network scenarios.
MPO staff also continued compiling mode-specific data, issues, and industry trends, which were included in the bicycle and pedestrian, intermodal freight, and transit sections of the Encompass 2035 Draft Plan Summary.
In March 2011, the Draft Plan Summary was presented to the various MPO committees for review and comment, and in April 2011, it was released to the public for their review. The final Encompass 2035 Plan was adopted by the Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee and endorsed by the ACOG Board of Directors on April 28, 2011.
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SHORT-RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
The OCARTS Area MPO continued coordination with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation and local governments located in the urbanized portion of the OCARTS Transportation Management Area concerning distribution, programming, and monitoring of federal Surface Transportation Program Urbanized Area (STP-UZA) funds. Area STP-UZA funds are based on the combined populations of the Oklahoma City and Norman Urbanized Areas per Sec. 6016 of SAFETEA-LU.
Monitoring Urbanized Area Funds
The adopted Surface Transportation Program (STP) Procedures for the Oklahoma City Urbanized Area Funds and Criteria and Process for Evaluation of STP-UZA Projects continued to serve as the MPO's policy for selecting project priorities using urbanized area funds. The STP Procedures to allow all entities within the TMA boundary to apply for STP-UZA funding.
Transit services within the OCARTS area continued to be provided through three urban and two rural transit systems. The METRO Transit bus system, which is operated by COTPA, serves the Oklahoma City Urbanized Area, Citylink, the City of Edmond’s transit service (new in FY 2010), operated by McDonald Transit, serves the northern portion of the Oklahoma City Urbanized Area, and Cleveland Area Rapid Transit (CART), operated by the University of Oklahoma, serves the Norman Urbanized Area. Separate UZA designations by the Federal Transit and Federal Highway Administrations, using Census 2000 criteria and boundaries, created the separate OKC and Norman UZAs, making the Norman area a separate grant recipient for FTA Sec. 5307 funds beginning in FFY 2003.
Transit Operations
During FY 2011, the greater Oklahoma City system included 23 local routes, a trolleybus route in downtown Oklahoma City, an express route between Norman and Oklahoma City, and four late-night/Sunday routes. METRO Transit also operates shuttles at the OU Health Sciences Center campus in Oklahoma City. The Norman system included ten local routes serving the OU campus and a large portion of the City of Norman’s urbanized area, an express route to and from Oklahoma City, and a late-night flex route. The Edmond system included five local routes and an express route to and from Oklahoma City
The MPO, COTPA, CART, Edmond Citylink, and ODOT Transit Programs staffs met quarterly throughout FY 2011 to coordinate on ongoing and upcoming regional planning and transit activities.
Rural transit service was provided by First Capital Trolley, based in Guthrie, and Delta Public Transit, based outside the OCARTS area but providing some service to the southern portion of the OCARTS area.
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The Oklahoma City Urban Area Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan, prepared by COTPA in FY 2008, continued to serve as the region’s Coordinated Plan to guide the distribution of Job Access and Reverse Commute (JARC) and New Freedom funds, as required by SAFETEA-LU. In FY 2011, ACOG conducted the fourth application cycle with the assistance of a selection committee comprised of agency representatives of low income, minority, disabled and elderly populations.
Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Planning
The MPO, Edmond, Guthrie, Midwest City, Moore, Norman, Oklahoma City, Yukon and local transit agencies co-sponsored the seventh Central Oklahoma Bike to Work Day event as part of the National Bike to Work campaign, held during the month of May. With the assistance of interested stakeholders, group rides were organized for a number of locations in each community. All OCARTS communities were encouraged to participate. The Bike to Work Day page was updated on the ACOG website, which included event information, route maps, posters, safety tips and a link to the national campaign. A safety flyer, developed in Spanish, was loaded on the website to provide information to one of the metro areas growing populations. The stickers were distributed. The Facebook page now has over 560 followers.
Enhancements and Bicycle/Pedestrian Facilities
The MPO staff continued to provide support to member local governments in their quest to secure ODOT’s Safe Routes to School (SRTS) and Transportation Enhancement program grants.
The MPO’s Bike Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) continues to disseminate regional bike/pedestrian information and coordinate regional trails development. This year a survey of bike and pedestrian issues was forwarded to local planners to collect regional standards on sidewalk widths, bike parking, riding bikes on the sidewalk, masterplan information, etc.
The OCARTS area MPO is continually looking for opportunities to increase the efficiency of the existing transportation system by decreasing the level of congestion. Data collection efforts continued, which allowed for the ongoing monitoring of identified congestion corridors within the region and the evaluation of employed strategies.
Recurring Congestion and Congestion Management Process
In FY 2011, several projects and strategies were implemented to alleviate congestion problems in the OCARTS area. The strategies included traffic operation improvements such as intersection modification, signalization and channelization, deployment of Intelligent Transportation Systems related infrastructure, interchange improvements, improved bus service, and the addition of general-purpose lanes.
Non-recurring congestion and traffic incidents make up a large portion of the OCARTS area congestion. SAFETEA-LU prescribes that incident caused congestion be a part of the overall Congestion Management Process, thus bringing emphasis not only to overall travel time, but also to travel time reliability. The MPO staff consistently coordinated with DOT and public safety staff in regard to the collection and analysis of traffic accident data.
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entities in order to make sure that the Regional Snow Routes originally created in FY 2007 and reviewed in FY 2011, were still current and that associated maintenance activities were being carried out as documented.
The MPO continued, in close coordination with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), to realize its vision for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) within the OCARTS area. Staff monitored and analyzed data supplied by ITS roadside devices in high volume and high accident locations, designed to aid in the monitoring of traffic conditions, as well as the detection of incidents.
Intelligent Transportation Systems
MPO staff also finalized its work to prepare the ITS portion of the long-range transportation plan. This included reviewing the City of Oklahoma City’s ongoing ITS project and the City of Edmond’s ITS implementation plan.
The MPO is committed to providing a safe environment for the traveling public and has a track record of considering safety as an important factor in the development of the Transportation Improvement Program and the long-range transportation plan.
Safety Conscious Planning
In FY 2011, MPO staff actively participated in the assessment of Oklahoma Traffic Records administration and management and assisted in the update of the five-year Strategic Plan that guides the Oklahoma Traffic Records Council activities.
The MPO stayed apprised of the state-led Commercial Vehicle Operations (CVO) activities, as well as the ongoing Commercial Vehicle Information Network System (CVISN) planning and deployment. Staff also continued work on the Goods Movement section of the Encompass 2035 Plan. This included compiling and analyzing national, state, and local freight data.
Freight and Intermodal Transportation Planning
AIR QUALITY
The MPO continued to work with the Air Quality Division of the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) on monitoring and evaluating carbon monoxide (CO) and ozone levels in Central Oklahoma.
Air Quality Monitoring
On March 12, 2008, EPA significantly strengthened its national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) for ground-level ozone, the primary component of smog. EPA revised the level of the 8-hour standard from 0.08 to 0.075 parts per million (ppm). Then on January 6, 2010, EPA proposed to strengthen standards once again. The proposed revisions are based on scientific evidence about ozone and its effects on people and the environment. EPA has proposed to strengthen the 8-hour “primary” ozone standard, designed to protect public health, to a level within the range of 0.060-0.070 parts per million (ppm). EPA has also proposed to establish a distinct cumulative, seasonal “secondary” standard, designed to protect sensitive vegetation and ecosystems, including forests, parks, wildlife refuges and wilderness areas. EPA has proposed to set the level of the secondary standard within the range of 7-15 ppm-hours. The FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part IV: Accomplishments of FY 2011
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public comment period for the new proposal ended in March 2010. The revised ozone standard is expected to be announced in July 2011.
The MPO continued administration of a comprehensive public education program on air quality and its requisite impacts on regional health, the economy and quality of life, including its effect on the transportation sector. The program is funded primarily from Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) funds provided by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT). Starting in FY 2000, a portion of the CMAQ monies was used to assist the Central Oklahoma region with maintaining its air quality attainment status. This funding, authorized by the Federal Highway Administration and ODOT, is used by the MPO to encourage voluntary measures and other strategies that may help the region maintain its clean air status.
Air Quality Public Awareness Campaign
In Central Oklahoma, CMAQ funds programs that promote clean air habits, air quality awareness, and the Clean Air Alert Day program during summer months when ground-level ozone is the highest. The campaign utilizes advertising mediums, including Internet, television, social media, and outdoor, to promote discretionary advice on how to prevent air pollution. Supplemental programming includes a website, a speaker’s bureau, and social media platforms that provide data and information on air quality issues, as well as media relations.
In addition to the CMAQ monies, ACOG has also received local funding from private corporations, including OGE Energy Corp. and Chesapeake Energy. OGE’s contributions were used specifically for an electric mower promotion. Chesapeake Energy’s contributions were used to supplement the outdoor and television components of the media program. The Air Quality Public Awareness Committee also serves as a CFL pledge driver for the ENERGY STAR “Change the World” campaign.
MPO staff continued to administer “Get Around OK,” Central Oklahoma’s rideshare program. This program is funded using Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) funds and Oklahoma Department of Commerce funds, as it is designed to relieve congestion, reduce air pollution, and reduce petroleum usage in the transportation sector
Central Oklahoma Rideshare
“Get Around OK” is dedicated to aiding Central Oklahoma commuters in finding easy, viable, and sustainable modes of alternative transportation. The primary goal of the program is to reduce the number of single occupancy vehicles in the Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study (OCARTS) area. The program promotes and encourages all forms of “alternative transportation” (any mode of commuting besides driving alone). To do this, the program provides a free, web-based ridematching service that allows users to connect with other commuters with similar commuting schedules and preferences. The website, www.getaroundok.com, has the capabilities to provide information on carpooling, transit, bike trails, and park and ride lots. GetAroundOK.com is simple, quick, and easy to use and takes all measures possible to secure the identities and privacy of the users in order to ensure a safe and positive experience. To be eligible for this service, users must have an origin and/or destination located within the OCARTS service area.
The website, www.getaroundok.com, launched publically in August 2009, boasts over 700 registered users. In order to increase registrations and to promote the program, MPO staff has been working to develop partnerships with large employers and stakeholders throughout the FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part IV: Accomplishments of FY 2011
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region. To date, Chesapeake Energy, Dell, Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ), Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO) and the University of Oklahoma (OU) have officially signed on as partners of the program.
Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) funds assigned to the Oklahoma City Area Regional Transportation Study (OCARTS) area provided funding for projects that entail fleet conversion to clean fuel technologies, the purchase of alternative fuel or hybrid vehicles, and/or the deployment of alternative fuel vehicle refueling infrastructure. OCARTS member entities and public school districts located principally within the OCARTS boundaries were eligible to participate.
Public Fleet Conversion Grant Program
In FY 2011, ACOG issued two calls for competitive project applications under the Public Fleet Conversion Grants program. Under Round 1 of the 2011 solicitation, three OCARTS area municipal fleet projects received award approval. Projects include capital costs associated with the purchase of one (1) on-road hybrid vehicles and three (3) natural gas vehicles, a slow-fill (overnight) compressed natural gas refueling station, one (1) natural gas off-road mower, and a 20-passenger natural gas school bus.
Under Round 2 of the 2011 solicitation, four applications were received that included requests to help with capitol costs associated with the purchase of five (5) hybrid sedans, three (3) natural gas refuse haulers, one (1) natural gas street sweeper, one (1) off-road electric burden carrier, and a biofuel refueling station with two (2), dual-hose blender pumps capable of dispensing 85 percent ethanol blended gasoline and 20 percent biodiesel blended diesel fuel.
SPECIAL PROJECTS
In FY 2011, ACOG partnered with the City of Oklahoma City, COTPA, and ODOT to fund and competitively select a study consultant to conduct an intermodal transportation hub study, as recommended by the 2005 Regional Fixed Guideway Study. Study efforts included the evaluation of ten initial candidate sites in the downtown Oklahoma City area through a two-tier evaluation process, and development of a conceptual layout with phased development and funding recommendations for the preferred site.
Intermodal Transportation Hub Study
As required by the Americans with Disabilities Act, COTPA, CART, and Citylink provide paratransit services for Central Oklahoma’s elderly and disabled populations. SAFETEA-LU created the New Freedom program, which will fund special transportation services beyond the requirements of the 1990 American with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Transportation Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities
ACOG, COTPA, CART, and Citylink continue to be involved in efforts to improve transportation choices for persons with disabilities and persons with low/moderate income. During FY 2011, ACOG staff continued participation in the Special Transportation Advisory Committee (STAC), the Oklahoma Alliance for Public Transportation (APT), and the Governor’s United We Ride Council.
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ACOG convened a meeting of the Sec. 5310 Subcommittee to review applications for capital assistance from non-profit organizations that serve elderly and disabled citizens, as submitted by the Oklahoma Department of Human Services, Aging Services Division. The applications were approved and included in the OCARTS Area Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).
Central Oklahoma remained certified for compliance with Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. The most recent Title VI Triennial Report, prepared by ACOG (including data from COTPA and CART), was submitted to the FTA Civil Rights Office in April 2010 and FTA recertified the region for compliance through spring 2013.
Title VI
ACOG staff attended FHWA-sponsored Title VI training for DOT recipients and subrecipients during FY 2011.
PROGRAM SUPPORT AND ADMINISTRATION
The FFY 2011-2014 OCARTS Area Transportation Improvement Program identified the region's priorities for expenditure of federal-aid transportation funds within the OCARTS area during FFY 2011. Amendments to the program were made, as needed, financial constraint was maintained and opportunity for public comment on all amendments was provided.
Transportation Improvement Program
An update to the FFY 2012 and FFY 2013 local government projects included in the FFY 2011-2014 was developed and adopted by the MPO and submitted to ODOT for approval and amendment to the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). The TIP contains street and highway, transit, and airport elements, and was developed through a cooperative process with OCARTS local governments, ODOT, COTPA, CART, the Oklahoma City Department of Airports, and others.
The OCARTS Public Participation Plan (PPP) guided public involvement activities during FY 2010 related to the long-range transportation plan, the OCARTS Area Transportation Improvement Program and other transportation planning activities.
Public Involvement Program
The MPO continued to utilize media releases, the Central Oklahoma Perspective e-newsletter (distributed via email), and the ACOG website as primary methods to distribute information to the public. Staff also provided information to the public about the OCARTS transportation planning process through various radio and television interviews, news articles, media releases, special mailings, emails, and presentations to academic, civic and community groups. The MPO utilized visualization techniques in all presentations, including PowerPoint presentations, maps, charts, pictures and other graphics.
Prior to adoption of Encompass 2035, the MPO prepared a Draft Plan Summary for public review and comment. The summary contained information about the plan development process and the final multi-modal recommendations for transportation improvements in Central Oklahoma through 2035. The summary was made available to the OCARTS transportation committees, posted on the ACOG website, distributed to all metro area public libraries, and provided to attendees of three public meetings. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part IV: Accomplishments of FY 2011
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The MPO provides considerable technical assistance to its member local governments, private consultants working for local staff, other agencies, and the public. To insure adequate documentation and assessment of this service, the organization maintains an annual computerized listing of all technical assistance records. During calendar year 2009, ACOG records show a total of 1,434 technical assistance calls and e-mails on a variety of MPO planning issues.
Technical Assistance
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Allocation Match Total
FHWA (PL) $1,130,220 $282,555 $1,412,775
FHWA (CMAQ) $69,963 $5,000 $74,963
FTA 5303 $297,971 $74,493 $372,464
FTA 5307 $1,640,000 $410,000 $2,050,000
ODOT (FHWA-SPR) $20,000 $0 $20,000
FTA (JARC/NF) $69,757 $0 $69,757
LOCAL CONT $0 $0 $0
$3,227,911 $772,048 $3,999,959
PLANNING FUND DISTRIBUTION
Source ACOG OKC TM SUB. ENT. ODOT TOTAL
FHWA (PL) $999,660 $106,240 $0 $24,320 $0 $1,130,220
FHWA (CMAQ)* $69,963 $0 $0 $0 $0 $69,963
FTA 5303 $297,971 $0 $0 $0 $0 $297,971
FTA 5307 $0 $0 $1,640,000 $0 $0 $1,640,000
ODOT (FHWA-SPR) ** $0 $0 $0 $0 $20,000 $20,000
FTA (JARC/NF) *** $29,757 $0 $40,000 $0 $0 $69,757
LOCAL PL & FTA MATCH $129,408 $26,560 $410,000 $0 $0 $565,968
PL IN KIND CONTR MATCH $200,000 $0 $0 $6,080 $0 $206,080
$1,726,759 $132,800 $2,090,000 $30,400 $20,000 $3,999,959
FHWA: ODOT CMAQ & AQ represents federal CMAQ funds from ODOT. See TableV-2.
OKC TM = Oklahoma City Traffic Management
COTPA = Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority
CART = Cleveland Area Rapid Transit/Univ. of Oklahoma
SUB.ENT.= Edmond, Midwest City and Norman
* Includes $49,963 for Regional Rideshare Program funded at 100% Federal Share
** ODOT and FHWA State Planning & Research (SPR) funding for Transportation Planning Assistance
*** Funded at 100% Federal Share (no local match required)
CART &
COTPA
GRAND TOTAL
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TABLE V-1a
EXPECTED PLANNING FUNDS
Funding Sources
GRAND TOTAL
TABLE V-1b
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TABLE V-2FEDERAL FUNDS LOCAL MATCHTOTAL FUNDS No.Task DescriptionFHWA-PL (80%)FTA 5303 (80%)CMAQ (80%)CMAQ (100%) JARC/NF (100%)Total FederalFHWA-PL (80%)FTA 5303 (80%)CMAQ (80%)CMAQ (100%) JARC/NF (100%)Total LocalFHWA-PL (80%)FTA 5303 (80%)CMAQ (80%)CMAQ (100%) JARC/NF (100%)ACOG Subtotal101Monitor Soec. Data$96,502$28,003$124,505$24,126$7,001$31,126$120,628$35,003$155,631102Trans. Planng. Data$34,019$9,378$43,398$8,505$2,345$10,849$42,524$11,723$54,247103Census & Geo. In. Sys.$73,786$21,232$95,018$18,446$5,308$23,754$92,232$26,540$118,772Subtotal$204,307$58,613$262,920$51,077$14,653$65,730$255,384$73,266$328,650201Long Range Plan$155,909$45,710$201,619$38,977$11,428$50,405$194,886$57,138$252,024202Short Range Plan$54,902$15,603$29,757$100,263$13,726$3,901$17,626$68,628$19,504$29,757$117,889203Congestion Mgt$214,485$63,170$277,655$53,621$15,793$69,414$268,106$78,963$347,069204E and D Plan$9,903$9,903$0$2,476$2,476$12,379$12,379205$0$0206Air Quality*$48,630$13,734$20,000$49,963$132,327$12,158$3,433$5,000$20,591$60,788$17,167$25,000$49,963$152,918Subtotal$473,927$148,120$20,000$49,963$29,757$721,767$118,482$37,030$5,000$160,512$592,408$185,151$25,000$49,963$29,757$882,279 301Citizen Part. System$69,867$20,064$89,931$17,467$5,016$22,483$87,334$25,080$112,414Subtotal$69,867$20,064$89,931$17,467$5,016$22,483$87,334$25,080$112,414 401Certification/Coord.$81,127$23,420$104,546$20,282$5,855$26,137$101,408$29,275$130,683402Technical Assist.$13,697$3,321$17,018$3,424$830$4,255$17,122$4,151$21,273Subtotal$94,824$26,741$121,565$23,706$6,685$30,391$118,530$33,426$151,956501Staff Training$25,595$6,867$32,462$6,399$1,717$8,116$31,994$8,584$40,578502Annual Report/Doc.$45,375$12,763$58,138$11,344$3,191$14,535$56,719$15,954$72,673Subtotal$70,970$19,631$90,601$17,743$4,908$22,650$88,713$24,538$113,251601Direct Proj.Mgt.$85,765$24,802$110,567$21,441$6,201$27,642$107,206$31,003$138,209Subtotal$85,765$24,802$110,567$21,441$6,201$27,642$107,206$31,003$138,209Total$999,660$297,971$20,000$49,963$29,757$1,397,351$249,915$74,493$5,000$0$0$329,408$1,249,575$372,464$25,000$49,963$29,757$1,726,759FY 2012 UPWP ACOG PARTICIPATION*Requested/proposed CMAQ funds for Task 2.06 include CMAQ funds ($20,000 Federal + $5,000 Local, for air quality public information work). **In Kind match contribution related to ODOT ITS Planning and Accident Analysis subtasks included in Task 2.03. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part V: FY 2012 UPWP Budget
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TABLE V-3
FEDERAL FUNDS LOCAL MATCH TOTAL FUNDS
No. PL
FTA
5303
FTA
5307 PL
FTA
5303
FTA
5307
Total
Local PL
FTA
5303
FTA
5307
101 Monitor Soec. Data $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
102 Trans. Planng. Data $92,480 0 0 23,120 0 0 23,120 115,600 0 0 $115,600
103 Census & Geo. In. Sys. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $92,480 0 0 23,120 0 0 23,120 115,600 0 0 $115,600
201 Long Range Plan $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
202 Short Range Plan $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
203 Congestion Mgt $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
204 E and D Plan $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
205 Private Sector Coord. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
206 Air Quality $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
301 Citizen Part. System $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
401 Certification/Coord. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
402 Technical Assist. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
501 Staff Training $7,680 0 0 1,920 0 0 1,920 9,600 0 0 $9,600
502 Annual Report/Doc. $6,080 0 0 1,520 0 0 1,520 7,600 0 0 $7,600
Subtotal $13,760 0 0 3,440 0 0 3,440 17,200 0 0 $17,200
601 Direct Proj.Mgt. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Total $106,240 $0 $0 $26,560 $0 $0 $26,560 $132,800 $0 $0 $132,800
FY 2012 UPWP
OKLAHOMA CITY TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
OKC TM
Task Description Subtotal
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TABLE V-4FEDERAL FUNDS LOCAL MATCHTOTAL FUNDS No.Task Description* JARC/NFFTA 5307* JARC/NFFTA 5307Total Local* JARC/NFFTA 5307101Monitor Soec. Data$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0102Trans. Planng. Data$00120,0000030,00030,00000150,000$150,000103Census & Geo. In. Sys.$0000000000$0Subtotal$00120,0000030,00030,00000150,000$150,000201Long Range Plan$00800,00000200,000200,000001,000,000$1,000,000202Short Range Plan$040,000370,0000092,50092,500040,000462,500$502,500203Congestion Mgt$0000000000$0204E and D Plan$00130,0000032,50032,50000162,500$162,500205Private Sector Coord.$0000000000$0206Air Quality$006,000001,5001,500007,500$7,500Subtotal$040,0001,306,00000326,500326,500040,0001,632,500$1,672,500301Citizen Part. System$0000000000$0Subtotal$0000000000$0401Certification/Coord.$005,000001,2501,250006,250$6,250402Technical Assist.$0000000000$0Subtotal$005,000001,2501,250006,250$6,250501Staff Training$0017,000004,2504,2500021,250$21,250502Annual Report/Doc.$0000000000$0Subtotal$0017,000004,2504,2500021,250$21,250601Direct Proj.Mgt.$0000000000$0Subtotal$0000000000$0Total$0$40,000$1,448,000$0$0$362,000$362,000$0$40,000$1,810,000$1,850,000* JARC = $65,480 and NF = $25,250FY 2012 UPWPCOTPACOTPA SubtotalFY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part V: FY 2012 UPWP Budget
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TABLE V-5
FEDERAL FUNDS LOCAL MATCH TOTAL FUNDS
No. Task Description ITS
FTA
5307 ITS
FTA
5307
Total
Local ITS
FTA
5307
101 Monitor Soec. Data $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
102 Trans. Planng. Data $0 0 42,500 0 0 10,625 10,625 0 0 53,125 $53,125
103 Census & Geo. In. Sys. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 42,500 0 0 10,625 10,625 0 0 53,125 $53,125
201 Long Range Plan $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
202 Short Range Plan $0 0 84,800 0 0 21,200 21,200 0 0 106,000 $106,000
203 Congestion Mgt $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
204 E and D Plan $0 0 54,500 0 0 13,625 13,625 0 0 68,125 $68,125
205 Private Sector Coord. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
206 Air Quality $0 0 2,200 0 0 550 550 0 0 2,750 $2,750
Subtotal $0 0 141,500 0 0 35,375 35,375 0 0 176,875 $176,875
301 Citizen Part. System $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
401 Certification/Coord. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
402 Technical Assist. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
501 Staff Training $0 0 8,000 0 0 2,000 2,000 0 0 10,000 $10,000
502 Annual Report/Doc. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 8,000 0 0 2,000 2,000 0 0 10,000 $10,000
601 Direct Proj.Mgt. $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Subtotal $0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0
Total $0 $0 $192,000 $0 $0 $48,000 $48,000 $0 $0 $240,000 $240,000
FY 2012 UPWP
CART
CART
Subtotal
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TABLE V-6SUBURBAN ENTITIESFEDERAL FUNDS LOCAL MATCHTOTAL FUNDS No.Task DescriptionPLFTA 5303 FTA 5307PLFTA 5303 FTA 5307Total LocalPLFTA 5303 FTA 5307102Trans. Planning DataEdmond$7,360$0$0$1,840$0$0$1,840$9,200$0$0$9,200Midwest City$3,20000800008004,00000$4,000Moore$3,20000800008004,00000$4,000 Norman$10,560002,640002,64013,20000$13,200$24,320$0$0$6,080$0$0$6,080$30,400$0$0$30,400FY 2012 UPWPSuburban Entities SubtotalTotalFY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part VI: Element and Task Descriptions – ELEMENT #1
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PART VI: ELEMENT AND TASK DESCRIPTIONS
ELEMENT #1: DATA DEVELOPMENT AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
This element is designed to provide a systematic framework for maintaining, developing, coordinating, integrating and supporting an areawide urban/regional data management information system. In order to accomplish this, ACOG staff will continue coordination with various federal, state, and local agencies including the Bureau of Census, U.S. Department of Commerce, Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality, Oklahoma Department of Commerce, and the State Data Center for acquisition and analysis of socioeconomic, demographic, and transportation data.
This element produces a continuing inventory of land use, demographic, socioeconomic, and travel data, as well as transportation and transit facilities to monitor changes within the region.
Tasks Included:
1.01 - Demographic/Socioeconomic Data Monitoring
1.02 - Transportation Planning Data Management
1.03 - Geographic Information System Improvements and Census Geography
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Task 1.01: Demographic/Socioeconomic Data Monitoring
Background Information
Continue to collect and analyze data for the 2010 base year and update the 2040 Growth Allocation Model. This includes working with socioeconomic data from the following sources; Census 2010, ES-202 employment file, and local area land use.
Program Objective
Initiate work on 2040 Plan and monitor the 2010 census data releases.
Program Activities (all activities to be conducted by ACOG)
1. Review the GAM for any items that might require to be modified for the 2040 regional transportation plan. Begin to collect residential building permits.
2. Acquire the 2010 OESC ES-202 file, or expand on the 2005 file taking into account recent business updates.
3. Collect 2010 land use and reassess current land use categories.
4. Update future planned land use by community.
5. Coordinate with local planners on transportation planning related issues in the OCARTS area. Provide information on new planning tools to enhance mobility in the region.
6. Review the Census 2010 population data and begin to allocate population and housing types to each TAZ. Continue to acquire data from the Census Bureau, as it becomes available.
7. Provide data as needed, to project sponsors, regarding social, demographic, economic, and environmental impacts of major transportation projects.
8. Collect the 2010 school enrollment data including public, private schools, colleges, universities, and Vo-techs.
9. Explore the use of land-use modeling software to develop growth scenarios for the 2040 regional transportation plan.
End Products
Initiate data collection for the 2040 Plan. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part VI: Element and Task Descriptions – Task 1.02
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Task 1.02: Transportation Planning Data Management
Background Information
Transportation planning data are collected every year and compiled in various computerized transportation files at ACOG. Information is placed in new formats, and programs are revised as needed in order to allow greater flexibility and broader reviews of the subject matter.
Program Objective
To collect, maintain, update and evaluate information that is basic to the transportation planning process regarding current travel and system characteristics, and to utilize such information for the assessment of the transportation system performance and for the forecasting of the regional travel demand. Also, to provide a statistical foundation for the identification and evaluation of projects, as well as their planning and prioritization for the Transportation Improvement Program.
Program Activities
1. Traffic Counts
ACOG's comprehensive traffic counting program is based on a two-year cycle. The goal is to systematically collect traffic volume data on key links on the OCARTS Plan network on a rotation basis over a two-year period. Annual counts will be collected for a select number of locations. The traffic count program will continue to include counts taken by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), the City of Oklahoma City Traffic Management (OKC TM) and the cities of Edmond, Midwest City, Moore and Norman. These counts will support various tasks, including development of a Year 2010 Vehicle Miles of Travel estimate, long-range transportation plan maintenance, the Congestion Management Process, Regional Accident Analysis, and Air Quality Planning.
The counts are programmed with coordination between ACOG, ODOT, OKC TM, and other member entities in the OCARTS area, in order to minimize any duplication of effort.
Following the FY 2009 purchase of a region-wide traffic count database web service, the count data will now be uploaded directly from the participants’ counters into a hosted, central database. The database allows for the storage of 15 minute interval data, which will greatly increase the analysis capabilities for estimating peak-time system performance and travel demand within the region. The information contained in the hosted database can be downloaded by the participating agencies, as well as ACOG at any time. In addition, the counts will also be stored in ACOG’s historical traffic count database.
ACOG, as well as all participating entities, can retrieve the counts along with information such as historical counts, number of lanes, subarea location, jurisdiction, street name, functional classification, etc. Emphasis on sharing traffic count and transportation system data between the various entities will thus continue, but will be greatly enhanced due to the hosted traffic count database and associated Web services now available. (ODOT, ACOG, OKC TM, EDM, MWC, MRE, NOR)
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2. Management Systems
ACOG’s efforts in regard to the region-wide Congestion Management Process (formerly named “Congestion Management Systems”) are detailed in Task 2.03.
ACOG will continue to work cooperatively with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, affected governmental entities, and private sector groups in the development of the pavement, bridge, safety management systems, and the aforementioned congestion management process, as well as the highway performance monitoring system (HPMS). ACOG will continue to provide traffic counts and lane-width information from the OCARTS traffic count database to ODOT for the HPMS. (ACOG)
3. Travel Time Studies
In close cooperation with the City of Oklahoma City, Global Positioning Systems (GPS) technology will be utilized to perform 4 travel time runs (2 at a.m. peak, 2 at p.m. peak) on all 19 congestion corridors in the OCARTS area. The use of this technology will allow MPO staff to monitor and analyze congestion with greater spatial accuracy and will provide valuable data to be utilized in the OCARTS area Congestion Management Process. (ACOG, OKC TM)
4. Transit Database and Network Reporting
COTPA, CART and Citylink will collect and analyze National Transit Database (NTD) data for operated and purchased/contracted transportation services. Emphasis will be placed on monthly data compilation. COTPA will also collect data as part of the City’s strategic business planning database on such items as passengers per service mile and service hours lost due to breakdowns. COTPA will engage consultants on transit related data collection and systems integration tasks. (COTPA, CART, Citylink)
End Product
Computerized database files. Technical memoranda and reports as required to document the findings and analysis of data collected under these program activities, including:
• Annual National Transit Data Operational and Financial Summaries (COTPA, CART, Citylink)
• 2010 Vehicle Miles of Travel Report (ACOG) FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part VI: Element and Task Descriptions – Task 1.03
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Task 1.03: Geographic Information System Improvements and Census Geography
Background Information
Assess the 2010 TIGER files. As a member of the State Data Center Affiliate Agency Program, ACOG will aid in the review and distribution of the 2010 census data. As Geographic Information Systems become more popular, the MPO will continue to promote sharing of maps and data along with digital aerial photography.
Program Objectives
Maintain an accurate regional street network file. Assist the Census Bureau and the Oklahoma State Data Center with the review and dissemination of the 2010 Census products.
Program Activities
1. Assess the accuracy of the 2010 TIGER files versus the current 2005 TAZ boundary file and the 9-1-1 ACOG centerline file. Provide staff support for work on the Census Transportation Planning Package (CTPP) work. Complete the delineation of 2010 TAZ and TAD geography. (ACOG)
2. Review 2010 American Community Survey (ACS) data and verify for accuracy for different levels of geography. Educate member entities on the differences between past census data and ACS data. (ACOG)
3. Continue to maintain an inventory of a comprehensive set of regional base maps and computerized maps for use in short- and long-range planning and data analysis. This includes metadata development and map inventory management. (ACOG)
4. Participate as an affiliate agency in the Oklahoma State Data Center Program, administered by the Oklahoma Department of Commerce. Responsibilities include the dissemination of 2010 Census Bureau products, hosting workshops, reviewing population estimates, housing of Census Bureau reports for public use, and communication with the State Data Center concerning data requests through the submission of an annual report. (ACOG)
5. Revise the 2010 Urban Area Boundary geography to smooth out geographic irregularities, to maintain administrative continuity, and to encompass fringe areas having residential, commercial, and/or industrial significance. (ACOG)
6. Utilize 2010 Census data and land use information to evaluate the OCARTS area geography for possible expansion. (ACOG)
7. Monitor local community Geographic Information System (GIS) capabilities. Identify components that are critical for ease of data use and map compatibility, such as projection, level of accuracy, etc. Develop customized GIS programs, as needed, to assist in the agency’s mapping work. Provide regional coordination for regional digital aerial sharing and planning. (ACOG)
End Product
An updated OCARTS street network map and updated TIGER file. Storage of on-site Census related products. The ability to share OCARTS area GIS maps and aerial photography. FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part VI: Element and Task Descriptions – Task 1.04
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Task 1.04: Transportation Planning Assistance - Oklahoma Department of Transportation
Program Objectives
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation will provide administrative, technical, and policy guidance and assistance related to the successful completion of the urban transportation planning work activities itemized in this UPWP.
Program Activities
1. Urban Transportation Planning Process
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) will provide a liaison, maintain information flows, and provide technical assistance for the maintenance of an effective continuous, comprehensive, and cooperative urban transportation planning process in the OCARTS area. (ODOT)
2. Computer Support
ODOT’s Graphic Resource Information Portal (GRIP) Lite system is available and accessible to ACOG for gathering GIS data collected by ODOT.
End Product
Urban transportation planning, technical, and computer support and services for the successful implementation of the FY 2011 UPWP.
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ELEMENT #2: REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
This activity involves the maintenance and refinement of the short-range and long-range transportation planning process. Work areas include tasks to develop, maintain and refine the methodology for reevaluation and update of proposed transportation systems and subsystems. Multimodal travel forecasting models and traffic management strategies will be used in order to improve the system of integrated regional transportation planning.
Tasks Included:
2.01 - Long-Range Transportation Planning
2.02 - Short-Range Transportation Planning
2.03 - Congestion Management
2.05 - (Temporarily Suspended)
2.04 - Elderly and Disabled Transportation Planning
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Task 2.01: Long-Range Transportation Planning
Background Information
The Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient, Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) signed on August 10, 2005, defines the process for transportation planning, construction and maintenance throughout the United States. The funding established under SAFETEA-LU has been extended through continuing resolutions. SAFETEA-LU superseded the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st
Century of 1998 (TEA-21) and the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (ISTEA).
The federal planning regulations governing the development of statewide and urban area transportation plans and programs were jointly issued by the Federal Highway and Federal Transit Administrations in February 2007. Prompted by the passage of SAFETEA-LU, the revised transportation planning regulations also incorporate changes initiated in the predecessor legislation, TEA–21 and generally made the regulations consistent with current statutory requirements.
As before, the federal guidelines require a continuing, comprehensive, and coordinated transportation planning process in metropolitan areas and states. SAFETEA-LU established eight specific planning factors that must be considered in the development of metropolitan plans and programs, including economic vitality of the metropolitan area, safety, security, increased accessibility and mobility, environmental protection and energy conservation, intermodal integration of the transportation system for movement of people and goods, efficient system management, and preservation of the existing transportation network. Additionally, SAFETEA-LU continues its predecessor's emphasis on financial feasibility, public involvement, and consideration of social and environmental impacts of transportation decisions.
Encompass 2035, the 2035 OCARTS Plan, was adopted by the MPO in April 2011. Current efforts are focused on implementation of Encompass 2035, as well as the development of data needed for the next long-range transportation plan.
As of March 2011, the OCARTS area is an air quality attainment area and thus, the long-range transportation plan update for Central Oklahoma is required every five years. However, the 8-hr ground level ozone standard is currently under review by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. A final decision on the standard is expected no sooner than July 2011.
Program Objective
To develop and implement the intermodal long-range transportation plan for the OCARTS area in compliance with the requirements of SAFETEA-LU. To begin data collection required for the development of the next long-range plan. To develop and enhance modeling tools in order to accurately estimate and forecast travel patterns.
Program Activities
1. Ensure compliance with guidance issued by the Federal Transit and Federal Highway Administrations that implements SAFETEA-LU, particularly regarding metropolitan and statewide planning requirements. Monitor re-authorization of federal surface transportation law. (ACOG)
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2. Update ACOG’s long-range transportation plan amendment procedures to reflect Encompass 2035 goals and strategies. Evaluate requests to amend the 2035 OCARTS Plan in accordance with these new plan amendment procedures, SAFETEA-LU requirements, financial constraint, public involvement, and any applicable conformity guidelines promulgated under the 1990 Clean Air Act Amendments. Any proposed amendments to the adopted plan shall include consideration of the planning factors, review of mobility benefits and burdens to different socioeconomic groups, the adopted public participation plan (see Task 3.01), and financial capacity to implement such plan amendments. (ACOG)
3. Monitor highway, street, and intermodal (transit, bicycle, pedestrian, freight movement, airport access) improvements, including those that implement the long-range transportation plan, by maintaining up-to-date data files and a mapped inventory of the improvements. This data collection will be used to monitor implementation of improvements and projects contained in Encompass 2035, and to update other databases such as those used for regional accident analysis and the implementation of the Congestion Management Process. (ACOG)
COTPA, CART, and Citylink will provide information about the route network changes for inclusion in the region’s annual Network Monitoring Report. (COTPA, CART, Citylink)
4. Compile and maintain long-range data on transit, bicycle and pedestrian modes, and on freight movement and airport access within the OCARTS area. (ACOG)
COTPA, CART, and Citylink will provide input for the transit element of the Encompass 2035 Plan. COTPA, CART, and Citylink will be available for various public outreach components of the OCARTS planning process. (COTPA, CART, Citylink)
5. In order to ensure the reliability and responsiveness of forecasting tools, the MPO will continue implementation of a transportation model improvement program to provide for the continued maintenance of the OCARTS model network. Utilize CUBE and ArcView as editing and GIS tools to improve analytical abilities. (ACOG)
6. Evaluate and model Fixed Guideway Study recommendations and other illustrative projects included in Encompass 2035 regarding their benefit to the regional transportation network, and document and report the findings. (ACOG, COTPA, CART, Citylink)
7. Prepare final plan report and technical memoranda documenting all data, factors, and analysis methodologies that were used in the development of the Encompass 2035 Plan. Reports will include an Executive Summary-Brochure and a Plan Report. (ACOG)
8. Coordinate with ODOT on the implementation of the 2005-2035 Statewide Intermodal Transportation Plan. Share information and assist as needed in processing amendments to the OCARTS area long-range transportation plan, TIP, and federal functional classification system. (ACOG)
9. Coordinate with the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA), as needed, and track OTA-sponsored improvements to the regional network. (ACOG)
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10. Long Range Transit Planning (COTPA)
a. COTPA Long Range Transit Plan Implementation
Continue to implement the COTPA Long Range Transit Plan, adopted in 2001, and seek public support for the Plan recommendations and improvement of the transit system. Address transit planning initiatives that may result from the successful MAPS 3 vote in the City of Oklahoma City. (COTPA)
b. COTPA Regional Fixed Guideway Systems Planning
Present and advance the findings of the 2005 Regional Fixed Guideway Study (FGS).
COTPA will:
• Complete the Oklahoma City downtown circulator Alternatives Analysis (AA). Integrate project development with MAPS3 and Project 180. Initiate the Environmental Assessment and Conceptual Engineering phases of the downtown fixed guideway project that emerges from the AA.
• Coordinate with Oklahoma City regarding the MAPS streetcar project.
• Continue participation in ACOG’s Regional Transit Dialogue (RTD) process.
• Continue to advocate for the Enhanced Bus element and commensurate local funding to accommodate present and future demand in Central Oklahoma as a complement to rail transit.
• Continue to reach out to strategic groups and districts with a stake in the FGS findings, such as the OKC Plan Update Steering Committee, business leaders, suburban communities, neighborhood organizations, Core to Shore Steering Committee, coalitions (such as APT, OnTrac, and MTP), Project 180, and the MAPS3 Citizen Advisory Board and especially its Transit/Modern Streetcar Subcommittee.
• Collaborate with the City of Oklahoma City, ACOG, and FTA to develop housing and employment projections that reflect and advance the corridors in the 2030 System Plan of the Fixed Guideway Study.
• Initiate a community process and an exploratory study for a bus rapid transit corridor.
• Continue to educate area communities of the need for transit supportive land use plans and policies that cover the continuum of transit access, ranging from bus stops/shelters to mixed use rail stations.
11. CART staff, Norman elected officials and City of Norman staff will continue to refine and explore funding options for implementation of CART’s long range plan. (CART)
12. Continue efforts to lead a Regional Transit Dialogue (RTD) among leaders from the public and private sectors to determine local desire to develop and promote transit priorities within the region. Commence the second phase of this process entitled RTD2
. (ACOG)
13. Initiate a commuter alternatives analysis on the commuter rail corridors identified in the 2005 Fixed Guideway Study. (ACOG, COTPA, CART)
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End Product
Documentation of amendments to the OCARTS Plan and completed intermodal improvements. Creation of maps and databases depicting implementation status of the street/highway and other modal elements of the currently adopted long-range regional transportation plan. Operation of a “next generation” travel demand forecasting tool which results in an increase in modeling accuracy. Documentation of the Encompass 2035 Plan development.
Technical memoranda and reports as required to document the findings and analysis of program activities, including:
• Updated long-range transportation plan amendment procedures (ACOG)
• Network Monitoring Report (ACOG)
• Mapped Inventory of Encompass 2035 Improvements (ACOG)
• Documentation of model results for Encompass 2035 Illustrative Projects (ACOG)
• Downtown Circulator Alternatives Analysis: Executive Summary (COTPA)
• Regional Transit Dialogue Report (ACOG)
• Encompass 2035 Plan Report (ACOG)
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Task 2.02: Short-Range Transportation Planning
Background Information
Short-range transportation planning plays an important role in identifying and implementing priorities for highway and intermodal improvements within the metropolitan area. The transportation improvement program is the primary tool used to advance the goals of the long-range transportation plan.
Program Objectives
To coordinate with ODOT, OCARTS area local governments, and the local transit providers in the implementation of transportation improvements throughout the region that are consistent with the financially constrained long-range transportation plan. To expend the region's federal transportation dollars quickly and efficiently in accordance with regionally established priorities.
Program Activities
1. Monitor federally funded transportation improvements within the OCARTS area, especially the Surface Transportation Program Urbanized Area (STP-UZA) funds, and provide a mid-year STP-UZA status report, by entity, in accordance with ITPC policy. Provide assistance to local entities, as needed, concerning STP-UZA procedures, funds, project statuses, and obligation of STP-UZA funds.
Prepare an annual listing of projects for which federal transportation funds were obligated during FFY 2011, including investments in pedestrian walkways and bicycle transportation facilities. (ACOG)
2. Consider requests by UZA entities to amend the federal functional classification system maps, as needed. Such requests will be reviewed by the MPO’s Technical and Policy Committees and forwarded to ODOT for submission to FHWA. (ACOG)
3. Cooperate with ODOT in the selection of projects for funding under the NHS, Bridge, and Interstate Maintenance Programs in conformance with STIP and TIP priorities. (ACOG)
4. Coordinate with ODOT on the selection of OCARTS area projects for funding under the Surface Transportation Program (STP), STP-Enhancement, Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) and Congestion Mitigation/Air Quality (CMAQ) categories of funds in conformance with TIP priorities. Coordinate with ODOT on the implementation of OCARTS area recommendations from its Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP), which establishes policies, priorities and strategies to improve the safety of the transportation system as required by SAFETEA-LU. (ACOG)
5. Assist OCARTS entities in identification of appropriate federal and state funding sources for local transportation improvements. (ACOG)
6. Continue working with ODOT and area freight stakeholders to maintain up-to-date inventories of intermodal facilities and goods movement data affecting the OCARTS area. (ACOG)
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7. Integrated Planning and Environmental Processes
COTPA will sponsor and initiate an environmental study for the greater downtown OKC transit circulator locally preferred alternative (LPA). COTPA will conduct scoping and coordinate with the FTA, the MPO, and various stakeholders. (COTPA)
The MPO will provide assistance to lead agencies performing a planning process that can be integrated into the required environmental analysis for major highway and public transit projects in the OCARTS area. The analysis process will involve the MPO, ODOT, COTPA, CART, FHWA and FTA, and other agencies as needed. The process will establish the range of alternatives to be studied such as alternative modes and general alignments, and include appropriate public involvement opportunities. Broad social, economic, and environmental impacts that could result from the proposed improvement will be evaluated. (ACOG, ODOT, COTPA, CART)
8. Regional Construction Coordination Program
Establish a program to ensure communication and coordination among the MPO, local governments, and ODOT concerning current and impending OCARTS area roadway improvements. The program will utilize a mapped, GIS-based product and will be designed to improve communication among all jurisdictions and to ensure that construction, temporary closures and detours pose the least burden to the traveling public as possible. The program will also provide a communication tool to the public on such matters. (ACOG, ODOT, FHWA)
9. Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan
Work with state, ACOG and local partners who provide public transportation services and health and human services to implement the 2007 Oklahoma City Urban Area Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan (Coordinated Plan), as required by SAFETEA-LU. (COTPA)
Employ the competitive project selection process for JARC and New Freedom funds apportioned to the Oklahoma City UZA, which includes at least one call for projects and application review by the JARC/New Freedom Selection Committee. Projects funded in this manner will be consistent with the Coordinated Plan. (ACOG)
Projects utilizing JARC and New Freedom funds within the Norman Urbanized Area will be included in the Statewide Coordinated Plan and will be selected using a separate competitive selection process, developed by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation.
Projects funded under the Sec. 5310 Elderly and Persons with Disabilities program will be part of the Statewide Coordinated Plan and the competitive selection process will be conducted by the Oklahoma Department of Human Services, Aging Services Division.
All Public Transit-Human Services Coordinated Plans affecting the OCARTS area must be consistent with the long-range transportation plan and selected projects will be included in the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and Statewide TIP (STIP).
(COTPA, ACOG, CART, ODOT) FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part VI: Element and Task Descriptions – Task 2.02
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10. Public Transportation Quarterly Coordination Meetings
Continue to conduct quarterly coordination meetings among staff from ACOG, COTPA, CART/Oklahoma Health Center, Citylink, First Capital Trolley, Oklahoma City Planning Department, and ODOT. This forum enables transit providers, ACOG, ODOT and other transportation professionals to interface about regional transit issues. (COTPA, CART, Citylink, ODOT, ACOG)
11. Short Term Transit Route Performance & Service Plans
a. Transit Route Performance Evaluation
COTPA will continue to compile data that will be used to monitor the performance and validity of existing transit routes, such as ridership per revenue mile and hour. COTPA will also collect information relative to route segments and strategic business measures. After such information is collected, it will be reviewed for planning purposes. (COTPA)
CART will utilize AVL system to determine route performance and usage trends for existing fixed route services. (CART)
b. Planning for Bus Route Service & Schedules
COTPA will continue to review the impact of bus route changes and develop bus route service plans, in conformance with budgetary considerations and the following plans: Long Range Transit Plan, the 2030 Fixed Guideway Study Systems Plan, and the outcomes of the 2008 City of Oklahoma City Mayor/Council Transit Workshop. Some examples include: review of existing and proposed express bus routes, planning to improve schedule adherence, planning to reach new Job Access Reverse Commute destinations, and revision of route maps and timetables. The cities of Moore, Bethany, Del City and Midwest City will be among the suburbs given special planning emphasis due to their interest and proximity to existing bus routes. COTPA will continue to assess intermodal connections between the Oklahoma River Cruises and the Spirit Trolley. COTPA will also conduct community and public meetings, as needed, to gather input about proposed fare and service changes. (COTPA)
CART will utilize AVL/APC systems to analyze route and stop location effectiveness to determine if route changes or changes in stop locations need to be made. (CART)
Provide journey-to-work, employment, census, or other data, as needed, to assist with transit route service modification plans. Assist COTPA and CART in evaluating opportunities for additional or modified transit service on or adjacent to Recurring Congestion Corridors to aid in traffic reduction. Assist private and public transportation providers in planning and evaluating potential transit routes and markets. (ACOG)
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12. Transit Marketing
COTPA will continue to evaluate customer service and will focus on marketing to improve overall ridership and the ridership of targeted routes. COTPA plans to use past and ongoing research to identify potential customers for existing routes and help accomplish Title VI customer service objectives.
COTPA will pursue the following marketing strategies to retain and expand ridership:
• Conduct a survey(s) to evaluate the various aspects of the system.
• Develop and implement plans to rebrand METRO Transit with a new name, logo and color scheme.
• Conduct market research to profile current and potential riders.
• Utilize market research to further develop messages that increase awareness on the environmental effects of single occupancy vehicles (SOV) and how use of public transportation can reduce emissions and congestion.
• Develop and implement a “benefits of public transportation education campaign” targeting SOV travelers and the community at large.
• Continue to reach out to minority audiences through community events and service programs.
• Distribute agency video detailing how to ride the bus to neighboring communities, citizens, partner agencies and corporate offices seeking to educate their audience on the benefits of public transportation.
• Continue to plan and implement marketing strategies related to the personal and environmental benefits of public transportation services. In addition, staff is working closely with CART, Oklahoma Transit Association, Oklahoma Alliance for Public Transportation (APT) and other organizations to strengthen support for a greater public transportation presence in Central Oklahoma.
• Launch an online trip planning feature on METRO Transit’s website. Ultimately, the website will be equipped with a trip planner and email/SMS alert system, a comments section, and more up-to-date information on various programs and services.
• Work with other agencies on community service and/or outreach programs.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies related to the Oklahoma River Cruises service.
13. Promotion of Public Transit Use
COTPA and CART will continue efforts to promote public transit among apartment complexes, social service agencies, university students, residential centers, healthcare providers, tourism interests, employers, and other stakeholders and potential funding partners within the region. (COTPA, CART)
14. Short Range Transit Partnership Planning and Development
COTPA will continue to seek new partnership opportunities to provide public transportation and recruit new transit funding partners. As part of this work effort, COTPA staff will expand communication with employers, the public health coalitions and entities, municipal and county governments, tribal organizations, governmental agencies, colleges, and career/vocational tech districts. COTPA will continue its FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part VI: Element and Task Descriptions – Task 2.02
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association and support of regional transit coalitions, such as, the Oklahoma Alliance for Public Transportation (APT), MTP, and OnTrac. COTPA will also work with the Oklahoma Transit Association (OTA), merchant associations, social equity advocacy groups, environmental protection organizations, chambers of commerce, housing providers and other entities. COTPA will also work with nearby transit agencies such as CART, Citylink, and First Capital Trolley. COTPA will meet with local officials around the region to educate and collaborate with them on various matters, including municipal expenditures for public transportation. Similarly, local officials will be consulted to help verify results of a sidewalk inventory near bus routes. (COTPA)
15. Bus Route Accessibility Planning, Sidewalk Survey, and Park & Ride Partners
COTPA will continue to identify accessibility issues and problems that identify the need for more bus stops, shelters and sidewalks in certain locations. In addition, COTPA will continue to assess the need for bicycle racks, ADA compliant ramps, bus turnout lanes, shopping cart corrals at bus stops, and other capital improvements. COTPA staff will continue to work closely with its private sector and suburban bus shelter and bench partners to upgrade these bus stops. COTPA will also work closely with the Mayor’s Committee on Disability Concerns (MCDC) to implement the transit portions of their 2005 policy on community accessibility. COTPA will plan and implement ADA accessibility changes called for during the 2007 ADA transition plan development process, especially those related to voice annunciation/AVL GPS systems and better bus stop accessibility.
COTPA will continue to plan and refocus its transit-bicycle intermodal connections. It will do so in conjunction with various City of Oklahoma City partnerships and with the ACOG Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee.
Staff will continue to plan for park-and-ride partnerships for transit customers and add park-and-ride signage near the lots. Current park-and-ride lot partnerships are in effect with 24 shopping centers, churches, and other land managers. COTPA will strive to maintain and expand the inventory of available lots. COTPA will also consider the need for a small number of public or COTPA-owned park & ride lots in locations near highway interchanges and elsewhere. (COTPA)
16. Enhanced Planning for Safety and Security Measures
Safety has long been a focus of METRO Transit, and COTPA will continue and strengthen this emphasis. COTPA will continue to plan for improved safety and security at the downtown transit center and will review and update its security measures related to the cameras installed inside buses in 2008. COTPA will initiate the installation of cameras at its fixed facilities. COTPA will continue to emphasize customer service safety training for front line operators and seek to further reduce the number of safety claims by passengers.
COTPA will continue to improve customer service through training, supervision, and improvements made possible by the 2009 relocation of 235-RIDE call center staff. The training may involve outside vendors and training needs including but not limited to those related to serving people with disabilities, related to equipment training, and how to project a more positive image for COTPA and other items identified through feedback FY 2012 OCARTS UPWP Part VI: Element and Task Descriptions – Task 2.02
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from customers. This effort will involve front line personnel such as bus operators, customer service telephone call center representatives, transit center staff, route supervisors, and the transit dispatchers. (COTPA)
CART will continue monthly safety and security meetings with all operations staff, and monthly staff meetings that allow operators open discussion with managers from operations and planning to address any potential safety concerns. (CART)
17. Ferry System Planning
COTPA will continue to monitor progress on the water-based public transportation system on the Oklahoma River and develop, coordinate, and implement operational and marketing efforts. COTPA will work closely with the Oklahoma Riverfront Redevelopment Authority (OCRRA), the City of Oklahoma City, and other stakeholders to achieve objectives. Operational systems, including schedules, services, and maintenance, will be monitored and planned in conjunction with the efforts of the contracted operator for effectiveness and efficiency. Marketing efforts, such as website, publications, brochures, and news coverage, as designed by COTPA, will be evaluated on their effectiveness.
Capital improvement projects, designed to support the system, will be planned and monitored by COTPA as part of its oversight of grant funding used for the ferryboat system. The most notable recent capital improvement was the opening of the Exchange Avenue Landing and ferryboat maintenance facility in late 2009, and that will affect service planning. COTPA will also aggressively seek partnerships with other funding entities for additional landings. (COTPA)
18. Livability Initiatives
COTPA will continue its past initiatives with public health, housing providers, and various entities and community organizations to promote livability principles, health, sustainability and transit. The City-County Health WIN Initiative, health equity campaign, Plan OKC, Turning Point, and offering of health fairs are among the items to be continued. (COTPA)
End Product
Technical memoranda and reports as required to account for the findings and analysis of program activities, including:
• Annual Listing of Federally Funded Transportation Projects (ACOG)
• Public Transportation Coordination Report (COTPA)
• Short Term Transit Planning and Marketing Report (COTPA, CART)
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Task 2.03: Congestion Management
Background Information
Congestion management is a valuable tool to help OCARTS area leaders maximize the use of existing transportation facilities, assist with efficient goods movement, reduce vehicular emissions and improve air quality, as well as analyze, plan for and mitigate safety and security related transportation network challenges. Attention must be given to predictable, recurring congestion, as well as unexpected, random incidents that tie up traffic and inconvenience the public. Activities under this task are designed to pinpoint transportation systems management, travel demand reduction, traffic incident management, safety conscious planning, transportation infrastructure security, public information opportunities, as well as other strategies that will improve the way the multimodal transportation network is managed and operated in Central Oklahoma.
Program Objective
To develop the data necessary to analyze and the techniques and relationships needed to respond to recurring and unexpected traffic congestion and incidents in the OCARTS area. To work with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, local governments, emergency service providers, public safety units, and others to develop a coordinated long-term congestion management strategy for the region.
Program Activities
1. Congestion Management Process
Review, update and implement the OCARTS Area Congestion Management Process (CMP) to ensure compliance with SAFETEA-LU. Evaluate the region’s CMP structure and key subsets of recurring and non-recurring congestion. Examine the MPO’s current, planned, as well as additional strategies to alleviate congestion and enhance mobility in accordance with federal rules. Review and evaluate current and new performance measures, evaluation criteria, data collection, implementation schedule, and the CMP’s relationship to the TIP and long-range transportation plan. Continue to engage stakeholders from various modal and professional interests that assist in the development and implementation of congestion management strategies. (ACOG)
2. Recurring Congestion
Monitor the congestion levels on the identified congestion corridors based on the traffic count and the GPS assisted travel delay data collected under Task 1.02, Subtasks 1 and 3, as well as accident data collected under this task. Compile available transit data for routes on or parallel to congested corridors. Consider bus routes and other intermodal solutions to remedy congestion problems, and make the most efficient use of the existing infrastructure. Analyze the use of new data sources for use in the evaluation of recurring congestion. Continue to work with local government entities by reviewing the progress of data collection work. (ACOG)
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3. Non-recurring Congestion and Incident Management
In cooperation with regional leaders, reevaluate the recommendations proposed by the OCARTS Incident Management Guide (IM Guide) completed in FY 2004 and coordinate their implementation. The recommendations include, but are not limited to: multi-agency incident management training, multi-agency post incident reviews, public education and information, and changes to towing regulations